Operational event at Yangjiang Nuclear Power Station
****************************************************
On October 15, Unit 1 of YNPS was in the startup phase after an overhaul. During the planned switching of steam generator water supply from the auxiliary feed water system to the main feed water flow control system, the main electric feed water pump tripped, triggering another electric auxiliary feed water pump to start automatically.
Throughout the above event, Unit 1 remained in a safe condition, the three safety barriers remained intact and there was no release of radioactive substances. This deviation did not affect the safety of the Unit, the health of the workers, the nearby public or the environment. In accordance with the International Nuclear and Radiological Event Scale and the relevant nuclear safety regulations, this event was classified as a Level 0 deviation on October 15.
Yangjiang Nuclear Power Co Ltd has reported the relevant situation to the nuclear safety regulatory authority in a timely manner, and will conduct internal experience feedback. It has also released the details of this event on its website (www.yjnp.com.cn) (Chinese only), which can be viewed in the "operational events" section under the "nuclear and radiation safety information" page of the website.
Ends/Thursday, October 16, 2025
Issued at HKT 20:00
Issued at HKT 20:00
NNNN