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Jellyfish clog pumps, leaving one reactor running

A huge swarm of jellyfish clogged pumps, leaving only one of six nuclear reactors operating at full capacity.
WHO: Jellyfish swarm
WHAT: Jellyfish clogged pumps at Gravelines power station, reducing reactor operation to one of six at full capacity.
WHEN: Reported Aug 12, 2026 at 5:31 AM ET
WHERE: France
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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