https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hungary-to-sink-two-barges-near-nuclear-plant-to-raise-danube-levels-to-ensure-coolingContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hungary-to-sink-two-barges-near-nuclear-plant-to-raise-danube-levels-to-ensure-coolinghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hungary-to-sink-two-barges-near-nuclear-plant-to-raise-danube-levels-to-ensure-cooling#u44519Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:40:32 +0000Hungary has sunk two barges into the Danube River near its nuclear plant to raise water levels and ensure cooling. The move aims to prevent a shutdown of the plant due to low river levels. Low water levels in the Danube have raised concerns about the plant's operation.Why it mattersThe Danube River's low water levels have posed a risk to the operation of Hungary's nuclear power plant. The plant relies on water from the river for cooling. If the plant were to shut down, it could impact Hungary's energy supply.What is confirmedHungary sunk two barges near its nuclear plant to