Event Notification Report for September 02, 2012
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
09/01/2012 - 09/02/2012
EVENT NUMBERS
4826548266482674826848269
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48265
Facility: OCONEE
Region: 2 State: SC
Unit: [1] [2] [3]
RX Type: [1] B&W-L-LP,[2] B&W-L-LP,[3] B&W-L-LP
NRC Notified By: JEFF HRYNDA
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Region: 2 State: SC
Unit: [1] [2] [3]
RX Type: [1] B&W-L-LP,[2] B&W-L-LP,[3] B&W-L-LP
NRC Notified By: JEFF HRYNDA
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Notification Date: 09/02/2012
Notification Time: 08:35 [ET]
Event Date: 09/02/2012
Event Time: 12:00 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/02/2012
Notification Time: 08:35 [ET]
Event Date: 09/02/2012
Event Time: 12:00 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/02/2012
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
Person (Organization):
STEVEN VIAS (R2DO)
STEVEN VIAS (R2DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
| 3 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
PLANNED OUTAGE OF EMERGENCY OPERATIONS FACILITY
"As part of preparation for the upcoming Democratic National Convention (DNC), contingencies are in place associated with the common Emergency Operations Facility (EOF) for Catawba, McGuire, and Oconee Nuclear Stations. The common EOF is located in Charlotte, NC. Because of the potential for event security to delay staffing of the facility within the prescribed time frame, Duke Energy is implementing its business continuity plan for the EOF during the period from 12:00 PM (noon) on September 2nd until 24:00 (midnight) on September 6th.
"If a declared emergency were to occur at Oconee Nuclear Station, the EOF would be set up in the Catawba Alternate Technical Support Center (TSC) location. This facility is used as a backup location for the Catawba TSC as specified in station procedures.
"This report is being made in accordance with 10CFR50.72, criterion (b)(3)(xiii), and in accordance with NUREG-1022, Revision 2, as a condition that may impair the functionality of an Emergency Response Facility."
The licensee notified the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Pickens County, and Oconee County. The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
"As part of preparation for the upcoming Democratic National Convention (DNC), contingencies are in place associated with the common Emergency Operations Facility (EOF) for Catawba, McGuire, and Oconee Nuclear Stations. The common EOF is located in Charlotte, NC. Because of the potential for event security to delay staffing of the facility within the prescribed time frame, Duke Energy is implementing its business continuity plan for the EOF during the period from 12:00 PM (noon) on September 2nd until 24:00 (midnight) on September 6th.
"If a declared emergency were to occur at Oconee Nuclear Station, the EOF would be set up in the Catawba Alternate Technical Support Center (TSC) location. This facility is used as a backup location for the Catawba TSC as specified in station procedures.
"This report is being made in accordance with 10CFR50.72, criterion (b)(3)(xiii), and in accordance with NUREG-1022, Revision 2, as a condition that may impair the functionality of an Emergency Response Facility."
The licensee notified the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Pickens County, and Oconee County. The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48266
Facility: MCGUIRE
Region: 2 State: NC
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: JOSH STROUPE
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Region: 2 State: NC
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: JOSH STROUPE
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Notification Date: 09/02/2012
Notification Time: 08:52 [ET]
Event Date: 09/02/2012
Event Time: 12:00 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/02/2012
Notification Time: 08:52 [ET]
Event Date: 09/02/2012
Event Time: 12:00 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/02/2012
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
Person (Organization):
STEVEN VIAS (R2DO)
STEVEN VIAS (R2DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
PLANNED OUTAGE OF EMERGENCY OPERATIONS FACILITY
"As part of preparation for the upcoming Democratic National Convention (DNC), contingencies are in place associated with the common Emergency Operations Facility (EOF) for Catawba, McGuire, and Oconee Nuclear Stations. The common EOF is located in Charlotte, NC. Because of the potential for event security to delay staffing of the facility within the prescribed time frame, Duke Energy is implementing its business continuity plan for the EOF during the period from 12:00 PM (noon) on September 2nd until 24:00 (midnight) on September 6th.
"If a declared emergency were to occur at McGuire Nuclear Station, the EOF would be set up in the Catawba Alternate Technical Support Center (TSC) location. This facility is used as a backup location for the Catawba TSC as specified in station procedures.
"This report is being made in accordance with 10CFR50.72, criterion (b)(3)(xiii), and in accordance with NUREG-1022, Revision 2, as a condition that may impair the functionality of an Emergency Response Facility."
The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
"As part of preparation for the upcoming Democratic National Convention (DNC), contingencies are in place associated with the common Emergency Operations Facility (EOF) for Catawba, McGuire, and Oconee Nuclear Stations. The common EOF is located in Charlotte, NC. Because of the potential for event security to delay staffing of the facility within the prescribed time frame, Duke Energy is implementing its business continuity plan for the EOF during the period from 12:00 PM (noon) on September 2nd until 24:00 (midnight) on September 6th.
"If a declared emergency were to occur at McGuire Nuclear Station, the EOF would be set up in the Catawba Alternate Technical Support Center (TSC) location. This facility is used as a backup location for the Catawba TSC as specified in station procedures.
"This report is being made in accordance with 10CFR50.72, criterion (b)(3)(xiii), and in accordance with NUREG-1022, Revision 2, as a condition that may impair the functionality of an Emergency Response Facility."
The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48267
Facility: CATAWBA
Region: 2 State: SC
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: AARON MICHALSKI
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Region: 2 State: SC
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: AARON MICHALSKI
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Notification Date: 09/02/2012
Notification Time: 09:21 [ET]
Event Date: 09/02/2012
Event Time: 12:00 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/02/2012
Notification Time: 09:21 [ET]
Event Date: 09/02/2012
Event Time: 12:00 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/02/2012
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
Person (Organization):
STEVEN VIAS (R2DO)
STEVEN VIAS (R2DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
PLANNED OUTAGE OF EMERGENCY OPERATIONS FACILITY
"As part of preparation for the upcoming Democratic National Convention (DNC), contingencies are in place associated with the common Emergency Operations Facility (EOF) for Catawba, McGuire, and Oconee Nuclear Stations. The common EOF is located in Charlotte, NC. Because of the potential for event security to delay staffing of the facility within the prescribed time frame, Duke Energy is implementing its business continuity plan for the EOF during the period from 12:00 PM (noon) on September 2nd until 24:00 (midnight) on September 6th.
"If a declared emergency were to occur at Catawba Nuclear Station, the EOF would be set up in the McGuire Alternate Technical Support Center (TSC) location. This facility is used as a backup location for the McGuire TSC as specified in station procedures.
"This report is being made in accordance with 10CFR50.72, criterion (b)(3)(xiii), and in accordance with NUREG-1022, Revision 2, as a condition that may impair the functionality of an Emergency Response Facility."
The licensee will notify the State of North Carolina, State of South Carolina, York County, Gaston County, and Mecklenburg County. The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
"As part of preparation for the upcoming Democratic National Convention (DNC), contingencies are in place associated with the common Emergency Operations Facility (EOF) for Catawba, McGuire, and Oconee Nuclear Stations. The common EOF is located in Charlotte, NC. Because of the potential for event security to delay staffing of the facility within the prescribed time frame, Duke Energy is implementing its business continuity plan for the EOF during the period from 12:00 PM (noon) on September 2nd until 24:00 (midnight) on September 6th.
"If a declared emergency were to occur at Catawba Nuclear Station, the EOF would be set up in the McGuire Alternate Technical Support Center (TSC) location. This facility is used as a backup location for the McGuire TSC as specified in station procedures.
"This report is being made in accordance with 10CFR50.72, criterion (b)(3)(xiii), and in accordance with NUREG-1022, Revision 2, as a condition that may impair the functionality of an Emergency Response Facility."
The licensee will notify the State of North Carolina, State of South Carolina, York County, Gaston County, and Mecklenburg County. The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48268
Facility: CALLAWAY
Region: 4 State: MO
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: DAVID BONVILLIAN
HQ OPS Officer: DONALD NORWOOD
Region: 4 State: MO
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: DAVID BONVILLIAN
HQ OPS Officer: DONALD NORWOOD
Notification Date: 09/02/2012
Notification Time: 14:45 [ET]
Event Date: 09/02/2012
Event Time: 10:31 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 09/02/2012
Notification Time: 14:45 [ET]
Event Date: 09/02/2012
Event Time: 10:31 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 09/02/2012
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(xi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(xi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION
Person (Organization):
RAY AZUA (R4DO)
RAY AZUA (R4DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATION DUE TO NON-RADIOLOGICAL LEAKAGE FROM THE NEUTRALIZATION TANK
"In response to identification of a non-radiological leak from the Neutralization Tank at Callaway Plant today (9/2/2012), notification was made to the EPA National Spill Response Center at 1031 CDT and to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources at 1043 CDT. The leak was initially identified at 0926 CDT. From testing of a sample taken from the tank, the pH of the tank fluid was reported to be 1.9. Initially, the leak was to the ground and into a ditch that is part of a flow path that ultimately leads off site via a storm sewer. However, there is no indication of any of the leakage flowing beyond the site boundary via that pathway since action was promptly taken to divert the leakage to the sump area of the equalization tank (on site). The leakage will thus be collected there until it terminates. At 0926 CDT, the leakage rate was estimated to be approximately 20 gpm; at 1025 CDT the leakage was estimated to be approximately 50 gpm. The leak is at the bottom of the Neutralization Tank, and thus will terminate when the tank is emptied. At 1218 CDT, the fluid level in the Neutralization Tank was at 17%. The initial quantity of fluid in the tank (at the onset of the leak) was approximately 110000 gallons.
"This spill was reported to offsite organizations, as noted. This event is reportable to the NRC pursuant to 10CFR50.72(b)(2)(xi).
"The NRC Senior Resident Inspector has been notified of the event and this ENS notification."
17% tank fluid level corresponds to approximately 25000 gallons.
"In response to identification of a non-radiological leak from the Neutralization Tank at Callaway Plant today (9/2/2012), notification was made to the EPA National Spill Response Center at 1031 CDT and to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources at 1043 CDT. The leak was initially identified at 0926 CDT. From testing of a sample taken from the tank, the pH of the tank fluid was reported to be 1.9. Initially, the leak was to the ground and into a ditch that is part of a flow path that ultimately leads off site via a storm sewer. However, there is no indication of any of the leakage flowing beyond the site boundary via that pathway since action was promptly taken to divert the leakage to the sump area of the equalization tank (on site). The leakage will thus be collected there until it terminates. At 0926 CDT, the leakage rate was estimated to be approximately 20 gpm; at 1025 CDT the leakage was estimated to be approximately 50 gpm. The leak is at the bottom of the Neutralization Tank, and thus will terminate when the tank is emptied. At 1218 CDT, the fluid level in the Neutralization Tank was at 17%. The initial quantity of fluid in the tank (at the onset of the leak) was approximately 110000 gallons.
"This spill was reported to offsite organizations, as noted. This event is reportable to the NRC pursuant to 10CFR50.72(b)(2)(xi).
"The NRC Senior Resident Inspector has been notified of the event and this ENS notification."
17% tank fluid level corresponds to approximately 25000 gallons.
!!!!! THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RETRACTED !!!!!
!!!!! THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RETRACTED !!!!!
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48269
Facility: CLINTON
Region: 3 State: IL
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-6
NRC Notified By: DANIEL HUNT
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Region: 3 State: IL
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-6
NRC Notified By: DANIEL HUNT
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Notification Date: 09/03/2012
Notification Time: 05:17 [ET]
Event Date: 09/02/2012
Event Time: 22:04 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 10/26/2012
Notification Time: 05:17 [ET]
Event Date: 09/02/2012
Event Time: 22:04 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 10/26/2012
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(v)(B) - POT RHR INOP 50.72(b)(3)(v)(C) - POT UNCNTRL RAD REL
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(v)(B) - POT RHR INOP 50.72(b)(3)(v)(C) - POT UNCNTRL RAD REL
Person (Organization):
JAMNES CAMERON (R3DO)
JAMNES CAMERON (R3DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 97 | Power Operation | 97 | Power Operation |
TRANSFER OF EMERGENCY RESERVE AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER ISOLATING FUEL POOL COOLING AND CLEANUP SYSTEM, AND FUEL BUILDING VENTILATION SYSTEM
"At 22:04 CDT on 9/02/2012, the Emergency Reserve Auxiliary Transformer (ERAT) transferred unexpectedly to the Reserve Auxiliary Transformer (RAT). During this transfer, the Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup (FC) system pump 'A' tripped and the Fuel Building Ventilation (VF) system isolated. Upper containment pool level dropped below the minimum required level per Technical Specifications (TS) 3.6.2.4 and Secondary Containment differential pressure increased above 0.25 inches vacuum per TS 3.6.4.1. Upper Containment Pool level was restored above the minimum level at 01:27 CDT on 9/3/2012 within the 4 hour completion time. The Upper Containment Pool is a part of the suppression pool makeup system used to ensure the Primary Containment function. Secondary Containment differential pressure was restored at 22:19 on 9/2/2012 when the Standby Gas Treatment System was started. Maintaining secondary containment differential pressure helps to control the release of radioactive material.
"This event is being reported as a condition that could have prevented the fulfillment of a safety function per 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(v)(B) and 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(v)(C). The station is currently in a 72-hour action to restore the ERAT to an operable status per TS LCO 3.8.1 Required Action A.2. Plant conditions are stable and actions are underway to repair the ERAT.
"The NRC Resident [Inspector] has been notified."
* * * RETRACTION ON 10/26/12 AT 1322 EDT FROM KEN LEFFEL TO DONG PARK * * *
"Upper Containment Pool level dropped below the normal pool level of 827 feet-3 inches when the Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup system pump 'A' tripped, and was initially reported as dropping below the minimum level (825 feet-6 inches) required by Technical Specification (TS) 3.6.2.4. However, subsequent reports from the field confirmed that the lowest level reached was 827 feet 0 inches, which is greater than the minimum required TS level. Therefore, no loss of safety function occurred for the Upper Containment Pool level as a result of this event, and the event is not reportable under 50.72 (b)(3)(v)(B).
"The NRC Resident [Inspector] has been notified." Notified R3DO (Pelke).
"At 22:04 CDT on 9/02/2012, the Emergency Reserve Auxiliary Transformer (ERAT) transferred unexpectedly to the Reserve Auxiliary Transformer (RAT). During this transfer, the Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup (FC) system pump 'A' tripped and the Fuel Building Ventilation (VF) system isolated. Upper containment pool level dropped below the minimum required level per Technical Specifications (TS) 3.6.2.4 and Secondary Containment differential pressure increased above 0.25 inches vacuum per TS 3.6.4.1. Upper Containment Pool level was restored above the minimum level at 01:27 CDT on 9/3/2012 within the 4 hour completion time. The Upper Containment Pool is a part of the suppression pool makeup system used to ensure the Primary Containment function. Secondary Containment differential pressure was restored at 22:19 on 9/2/2012 when the Standby Gas Treatment System was started. Maintaining secondary containment differential pressure helps to control the release of radioactive material.
"This event is being reported as a condition that could have prevented the fulfillment of a safety function per 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(v)(B) and 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(v)(C). The station is currently in a 72-hour action to restore the ERAT to an operable status per TS LCO 3.8.1 Required Action A.2. Plant conditions are stable and actions are underway to repair the ERAT.
"The NRC Resident [Inspector] has been notified."
* * * RETRACTION ON 10/26/12 AT 1322 EDT FROM KEN LEFFEL TO DONG PARK * * *
"Upper Containment Pool level dropped below the normal pool level of 827 feet-3 inches when the Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup system pump 'A' tripped, and was initially reported as dropping below the minimum level (825 feet-6 inches) required by Technical Specification (TS) 3.6.2.4. However, subsequent reports from the field confirmed that the lowest level reached was 827 feet 0 inches, which is greater than the minimum required TS level. Therefore, no loss of safety function occurred for the Upper Containment Pool level as a result of this event, and the event is not reportable under 50.72 (b)(3)(v)(B).
"The NRC Resident [Inspector] has been notified." Notified R3DO (Pelke).