Salem 1 nuclear reactor returns to service
Salem 1 back in service after grassing clearedAfter three shut-downs, the Salem 1 nuclear reactor is back in service. Grassing in the area has had the reactor one and off in recent days, as floating vegetation in the are threatens to clog the plant’s cooling water intakes.
Salem 1 kicked back on late yesterday afternoon, Today’s Sunbeam reports. Salem 2 is still shut down for scheduled refueling, while Hope Creek continues to operate at full power.
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