Romania is facing a serious power crisis as Europe continues to experience intense summer heatwaves and unusually high temperatures. The extreme weather has caused the water level of the Danube River to fall to its lowest point in nearly 30 years, creating major challenges for the country’s energy infrastructure.
The low water levels have forced Romania to completely shut down its only nuclear power plant, Cernavoda Nuclear Power Plant. The facility relies heavily on water from the Danube River for cooling its nuclear reactors, making the sharp decline in river levels a major operational concern.
The situation highlights the growing impact of extreme weather conditions on critical energy infrastructure. With temperatures remaining unusually high and water resources under pressure, Romania now faces additional challenges in maintaining a stable electricity supply during the peak summer demand period.
