Operators shut down Unit 2 at Prairie Island nuclear plant

Published 9:33 am Monday, June 8, 2015

RED WING — Operators have safely shut down Unit 2 of the Prairie Island nuclear power plant near Red Wing.

Minneapolis-based Xcel Energy Inc. said there was no risk to the public or employees from the condition that led to the shutdown Sunday morning. The company said the unit was shut down in response to a turbine trip caused by low oil pressure.

Plans are underway to make repairs and return the unit to service.

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