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by shiroiushi 811 days ago
Unfortunately, that power plant is very close to two fault lines, and they didn't even know when they built it, so it's questionable how well it'll withstand an earthquake.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diablo_Canyon_Power_Plant

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They increased the anticipated seismic loads and also reinforced the structure accordingly. I don’t think any NPP has been scrutinized to the extent that Diablo has been.