Explosion at Flamanville nuclear power plant in France, no risk of contamination
‘An explosion has occurred at Flamanville Nuclear Power Plant, in France’s north-west, officials told local media, adding that several people were slightly injured after inhaling the fumes, though there is no nuclear risk.
The incident occurred at 9:45 local time (08:45 GMT) in an engine room, Électricité de France (EDF) said in a statement. The power at Reactor №1 was “disconnected automatically” after the blaze started in an engine room in the non-nuclear part of the facility.
At least five people have been slightly injured inhaling the fumes caused by the blast, AFP reports citing authorities.’
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