Perry nuclear power plant shuts down after feedwater loss

The Perry nuclear power plant in Ohio automatically shut down after the loss of feedwater.

The reactor shutdown Odt. 20 when feedwater was lost. All backup equipment operated as

designed to safely shutdown the reactor and cool the core. All rods fully inserted into the core,

and decay heat is being removed by steam dumps in the condenser. The cause of the feedwater

loss is under investigation.