Event Notification Report for January 13, 1999
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
01/12/1999 - 01/13/1999
EVENT NUMBERS
3524735248352523525435255352563525735258
Power Reactor
Event Number: 35247
Facility: GRAND GULF
Region: 4 State: MS
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-6
NRC Notified By: RILEY COLLINS
HQ OPS Officer: LEIGH TROCINE
Region: 4 State: MS
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-6
NRC Notified By: RILEY COLLINS
HQ OPS Officer: LEIGH TROCINE
Notification Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 01:21 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 00:30 [CST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 01:21 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 00:30 [CST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(1)(i)(A) - PLANT S/D REQD BY TS
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(1)(i)(A) - PLANT S/D REQD BY TS
Person (Organization):
BLAIR SPITZBERG (R4)
BLAIR SPITZBERG (R4)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
PLANNED SHUTDOWN DUE TO INDICATIONS OF DEGRADATION ON THE DIVISION I DIESEL GENERATOR OUTPUT BREAKER CURRENT TRANSFORMERS
The following text is a portion of a facsimile received from the licensee:
"[During a planned maintenance outage, it was discovered that the] Division I diesel generator output breaker current transformers (CT) have indications of degradation. [A small puddle of CT encapsulant material was noticed on the cubicle floor when the breaker cubicle was opened.] This degradation is suspected to be related to a [10 CFR] Part 21 report from ABB Power Distribution, Inc., on CT encapsulant material dated April 17, 1989. The [Division] I [diesel generator] is currently inoperable. For personnel protection, it is necessary to shut down the unit to complete inspection and repair. The unit is shutting down prior to the [technical specification] time limit, and [the unit] is not currently in the shutdown action statement."
At the time of this notification, the unit was approximately 24 - 25 hours into a 72-hour limiting condition for operation for planned diesel generator maintenance activities. The unit shutdown is tentatively planned to commence at 0030 on 01/13/99. The licensee expects that the unit will enter Mode 3 (Hot Shutdown) some time on day shift, and the licensee plans to place the unit in Mode 4 (Cold Shutdown). The current estimated restart date is 01/19/99.
At this time, the licensee does not believe that this issue affects the other diesel generator because surveillance tests were successfully completed on it last week. However, the impact on the other diesel generator is still being evaluated.
The licensee notified the NRC resident inspector.
The following text is a portion of a facsimile received from the licensee:
"[During a planned maintenance outage, it was discovered that the] Division I diesel generator output breaker current transformers (CT) have indications of degradation. [A small puddle of CT encapsulant material was noticed on the cubicle floor when the breaker cubicle was opened.] This degradation is suspected to be related to a [10 CFR] Part 21 report from ABB Power Distribution, Inc., on CT encapsulant material dated April 17, 1989. The [Division] I [diesel generator] is currently inoperable. For personnel protection, it is necessary to shut down the unit to complete inspection and repair. The unit is shutting down prior to the [technical specification] time limit, and [the unit] is not currently in the shutdown action statement."
At the time of this notification, the unit was approximately 24 - 25 hours into a 72-hour limiting condition for operation for planned diesel generator maintenance activities. The unit shutdown is tentatively planned to commence at 0030 on 01/13/99. The licensee expects that the unit will enter Mode 3 (Hot Shutdown) some time on day shift, and the licensee plans to place the unit in Mode 4 (Cold Shutdown). The current estimated restart date is 01/19/99.
At this time, the licensee does not believe that this issue affects the other diesel generator because surveillance tests were successfully completed on it last week. However, the impact on the other diesel generator is still being evaluated.
The licensee notified the NRC resident inspector.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 35248
Facility: CLINTON
Region: 3 State: IL
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-6
NRC Notified By: ROBERT POWER
HQ OPS Officer: LEIGH TROCINE
Region: 3 State: IL
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-6
NRC Notified By: ROBERT POWER
HQ OPS Officer: LEIGH TROCINE
Notification Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 10:21 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 08:35 [CST]
Last Update Date: 01/14/1999
Notification Time: 10:21 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 08:35 [CST]
Last Update Date: 01/14/1999
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(1)(v) - EMERGENCY SIREN INOP
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(1)(v) - EMERGENCY SIREN INOP
Person (Organization):
JIM GAVULA (R3)
JIM GAVULA (R3)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | N | 0 | Cold Shutdown | 0 | Cold Shutdown |
LOSS OF HALF OF THE OFFSITE EMERGENCY SIRENS DUE TO FREEZING RAIN
The following text is a portion of a facsimile received from the licensee:
"10CFR50.72(b)(1)(v) requires that a facility notify the NRC Operations Center during any event that results in a major loss of emergency offsite response capability. Due to weather conditions causing area power outages, a system test of the emergency sirens was conducted. During this test, it was discovered that 22 out of 44 emergency sirens were not functioning. Therefore, Clinton Power Station is making a notification pursuant to 10CFR50.72(b)(1)(v)." The licensee's current site policy is to make a notification of this type if less than 90% of the emergency sirens are available.
The licensee notified the NRC resident inspector.
*** UPDATE ON 01/14/99 @ 1442 EST FROM POWERS TO GOULD ***
As of 0930 CST, the plant restored power to all but four emergency sirens.
The NRC resident inspector will be notified by the licensee. The R3DO (Gavula) was notified by the NRC operations officer.
The following text is a portion of a facsimile received from the licensee:
"10CFR50.72(b)(1)(v) requires that a facility notify the NRC Operations Center during any event that results in a major loss of emergency offsite response capability. Due to weather conditions causing area power outages, a system test of the emergency sirens was conducted. During this test, it was discovered that 22 out of 44 emergency sirens were not functioning. Therefore, Clinton Power Station is making a notification pursuant to 10CFR50.72(b)(1)(v)." The licensee's current site policy is to make a notification of this type if less than 90% of the emergency sirens are available.
The licensee notified the NRC resident inspector.
*** UPDATE ON 01/14/99 @ 1442 EST FROM POWERS TO GOULD ***
As of 0930 CST, the plant restored power to all but four emergency sirens.
The NRC resident inspector will be notified by the licensee. The R3DO (Gavula) was notified by the NRC operations officer.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 35252
Facility: TROJAN
Region: 4 State: OR
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: E CAZIER
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Region: 4 State: OR
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: E CAZIER
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Notification Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 12:07 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 08:40 [PST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 12:07 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 08:40 [PST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(vi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(vi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION
Person (Organization):
BLAIR SPITZBERG (R4)
BLAIR SPITZBERG (R4)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | N | 0 | Decommissioned | 0 | Decommissioned |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATION REGARDING OIL SHEEN IN COLUMBIA RIVER
The licensee notified the Coast Guard and the Oregon Emergency Management Division regarding the sighting of an oil sheen on the Columbia River. The licensee reported that, at 0800 PST on 01/12/99, a small quantity of oil (less than one pint) leaked out of a drop box located on the intake structure access road and was washed into the river by rain.
The licensee notified the Coast Guard and the Oregon Emergency Management Division regarding the sighting of an oil sheen on the Columbia River. The licensee reported that, at 0800 PST on 01/12/99, a small quantity of oil (less than one pint) leaked out of a drop box located on the intake structure access road and was washed into the river by rain.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 35254
Facility: NINE MILE POINT
Region: 1 State: NY
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-2,[2] GE-5
NRC Notified By: LAURIE RAYLE
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Region: 1 State: NY
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-2,[2] GE-5
NRC Notified By: LAURIE RAYLE
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Notification Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 13:05 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 12:10 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 13:05 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 12:10 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(1)(v) - OTHER ASMT/COMM INOP
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(1)(v) - OTHER ASMT/COMM INOP
Person (Organization):
GENE KELLY (R1)
GENE KELLY (R1)
| 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 | N | 0 | 0 |
TECHNICAL SUPPORT CENTER VENTILATION DECLARED INOPERABLE
The licensee declared the Technical Support Center ventilation system inoperable after a system test indicated high supply flow rates and low differential pressure. The licensee is investigating the problem but believes that it is due to high wind speeds. The NRC resident inspector has been informed of this event by the licensee.
The licensee declared the Technical Support Center ventilation system inoperable after a system test indicated high supply flow rates and low differential pressure. The licensee is investigating the problem but believes that it is due to high wind speeds. The NRC resident inspector has been informed of this event by the licensee.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 35255
Facility: DUANE ARNOLD
Region: 3 State: IA
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4
NRC Notified By: WAYNE BENTLEY
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Region: 3 State: IA
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4
NRC Notified By: WAYNE BENTLEY
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Notification Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 15:06 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 13:34 [CST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 15:06 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 13:34 [CST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(1)(ii)(B) - OUTSIDE DESIGN BASIS
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(1)(ii)(B) - OUTSIDE DESIGN BASIS
Person (Organization):
JIM GAVULA (R3)
JIM GAVULA (R3)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
STANDBY GAS TREATMENT TRAIN DECLARED INOPERABLE
The licensee has declared the 'A' train of the Standby Gas Treatment System (SGTS) inoperable due to concerns regarding the seismic qualification of certain piping supports. These supports do not appear to meet seismic design requirements. The 'B' train of SGTS is not affected by this issue. The NRC resident inspector has been informed of this notification by the licensee.
The licensee has declared the 'A' train of the Standby Gas Treatment System (SGTS) inoperable due to concerns regarding the seismic qualification of certain piping supports. These supports do not appear to meet seismic design requirements. The 'B' train of SGTS is not affected by this issue. The NRC resident inspector has been informed of this notification by the licensee.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 35256
Facility: CALVERT CLIFFS
Region: 1 State: MD
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] CE,[2] CE
NRC Notified By: ROBERT PACE
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Region: 1 State: MD
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] CE,[2] CE
NRC Notified By: ROBERT PACE
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Notification Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 16:56 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 15:45 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 16:56 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 15:45 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(vi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(vi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION
Person (Organization):
GENE KELLY (R1)
GENE KELLY (R1)
| 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 |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATION TO STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH REGARDING WATER TEST
Water samples taken from the Calvert Cliffs Visitor's Center on 01/12/99 indicate the presence of fecal coliform. The licensee has sent the samples to an offsite laboratory for confirmation and plans to contact the Maryland Department of Health on 01/14/99. The NRC resident inspector will be informed of this notification by the licensee.
Water samples taken from the Calvert Cliffs Visitor's Center on 01/12/99 indicate the presence of fecal coliform. The licensee has sent the samples to an offsite laboratory for confirmation and plans to contact the Maryland Department of Health on 01/14/99. The NRC resident inspector will be informed of this notification by the licensee.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 35257
Facility: CALVERT CLIFFS
Region: 1 State: MD
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] CE,[2] CE
NRC Notified By: ROBERT PACE
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Region: 1 State: MD
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] CE,[2] CE
NRC Notified By: ROBERT PACE
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Notification Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 17:17 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 16:14 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 17:17 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 16:14 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(vi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(vi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION
Person (Organization):
GENE KELLY (R1)
BRUCE BOGER (NRR)
RICHARD ROSANO (IAT)
JOHN DAVIDSON (IAT)
GENE KELLY (R1)
BRUCE BOGER (NRR)
RICHARD ROSANO (IAT)
JOHN DAVIDSON (IAT)
| 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 |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATIONS REGARDING FIRE IN OWNER CONTROLLED AREA
The licensee notified the Maryland State Fire Marshall and Department of Natural Resources regarding a fire within the owner controlled area. A fire of approximately 30' x 15' was discovered in the Camp Canoi recreation area at a location adjacent to the site of a fire on 01/12/99. (Refer to event #35244.) The fire was extinguished as a result of efforts by both onsite and offsite fire fighters. An eyewitness recorded the license number of a vehicle seen leaving the area, and the Maryland State Police was able to identify the suspect.
The NRC resident inspector has been informed of this event by the licensee.
[HOO NOTE: A conference call was held between NRC Region I (Kelly, Lanning, et. al.), NRR (Rosano), and the licensee regarding the details of this event and the licensee's response.]
The licensee notified the Maryland State Fire Marshall and Department of Natural Resources regarding a fire within the owner controlled area. A fire of approximately 30' x 15' was discovered in the Camp Canoi recreation area at a location adjacent to the site of a fire on 01/12/99. (Refer to event #35244.) The fire was extinguished as a result of efforts by both onsite and offsite fire fighters. An eyewitness recorded the license number of a vehicle seen leaving the area, and the Maryland State Police was able to identify the suspect.
The NRC resident inspector has been informed of this event by the licensee.
[HOO NOTE: A conference call was held between NRC Region I (Kelly, Lanning, et. al.), NRR (Rosano), and the licensee regarding the details of this event and the licensee's response.]
Power Reactor
Event Number: 35258
Facility: HATCH
Region: 2 State: GA
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4,[2] GE-4
NRC Notified By: BRUCE BUTLER
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Region: 2 State: GA
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4,[2] GE-4
NRC Notified By: BRUCE BUTLER
HQ OPS Officer: BOB STRANSKY
Notification Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 17:22 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 16:48 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Notification Time: 17:22 [ET]
Event Date: 01/13/1999
Event Time: 16:48 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/13/1999
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(1)(v) - OTHER ASMT/COMM INOP
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(1)(v) - OTHER ASMT/COMM INOP
Person (Organization):
AL BELISLE (R2)
AL BELISLE (R2)
| 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 |
MOMENTARY LOSS OF PROMPT NOTIFICATION SYSTEM
The licensee reported that both the primary and backup lines to the National Weather Service (NWS) office in Jacksonville, FL, were lost for three 10-second periods during a 2-minute interval beginning at 1648 EST. The licensee contacted the NWS office but was unable to determine the cause of the communications interruptions. No further interruptions have been noted since 1650 EST.
The NRC resident inspector will be informed of this notification by the licensee.
The licensee reported that both the primary and backup lines to the National Weather Service (NWS) office in Jacksonville, FL, were lost for three 10-second periods during a 2-minute interval beginning at 1648 EST. The licensee contacted the NWS office but was unable to determine the cause of the communications interruptions. No further interruptions have been noted since 1650 EST.
The NRC resident inspector will be informed of this notification by the licensee.