When you think about your energy bill, you probably don't consider the complex process generating that power. But a recent chemical exposure incident at a nuclear plant highlights how these facilities operate and the critical safety systems in place.
The Byron Nuclear Generating Station recently experienced a chemical exposure, putting nuclear plant safety in the spotlight.
On March 14, 2024, an incident at the Byron Nuclear Generating Station in Illinois led to the exposure of several workers to hydrazine, a chemical used in the plant's cooling systems.