Turceni Thermal Power Plant Unit 5 shut down after new leak found

A new malfunction has hit the Turceni Thermal Power Plant, as Unit 5 could not be restarted after technicians discovered a leak in a container. Operations were halted in a controlled manner to prevent additional problems. The failure follows a previous breakdown at the plant, and the controlled shutdown was implemented to avoid further complications. The leak was found during restart attempts, prompting the decision to stop operations. The incident adds to ongoing operational challenges at the Romanian power facility, which plays a role in the national energy grid. Further details on repair timelines were not immediately provided.