EU says leak at atomic power station poses no threat
Published: 05 June, 2008, 06:22
Slovenian authorities are investigating a leak at a nuclear power station and have shut down the reactor.
The incident at the Krsko atomic plant has led to a major operation and fears over safety.
The European Union has issued a warning, but says it poses no threat to the population or the environment.
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