Hungary faces a critical five days as the Danube's low levels force its nuclear plant shutdown. The Paks power plant will cease generation amid a looming 40-degree Celsius heatwave. This situation places enormous strain on the power grid and public services. Water level drops have disrupted shipping and tourism across the nation. Mandatory electricity restrictions for large companies are under government consideration.

The plant is expected to suspend operations starting August 3

Hungarian PM Péter Magyar has warned of an energy crisis after record-low Danube water levels forced the shutdown of the Paks nuclear plant, which supplies nearly half the…