The Matagorda County Office of Emergency Management (MCOEM) was officially notified by the South Texas Project (STP) Nuclear Operating Company that the Unusual Event declared at 7:14 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, at the STP Nuclear Plant was terminated at 9:48 p.m. Monday.
Key Points:
The Unusual Event at the STP Nuclear Plant was terminated.
There was no risk to public health or safety.
MCOEM continues to coordinate closely with STP and state partners to ensure the safety and well-being of Matagorda County residents.
The Unusual Event, the lowest of the four emergency classification levels used by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission
(NRC) was declared at 7:14 p.m. and was terminated.
STP Nuclear Operating Company (STPNOC) declared a Notification of Unusual Event (NOUE) late Monday after being notified by the Matagorda County Sheriff’s Office of a potential security concern related to the site.
The threat has no not been substantiated.
Site officials are working closely with Matagorda County officials to ensure the continued safety and security of the facility and its employees.
A Notification of Unusual Event is the lowest of four emergency classifications used by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
It indicates a situation that poses no threat to public health or safety and typically requires no action by the public.
Nuclear power plants are among the most secure and hardened facilities in the nation, protected by highly trained, armed security officers who undergo continuous training and evaluation to maintain readiness and ensure the safety and security of the plant.
