
Preparedness is top of mind on and off the job
Nuclear power plants are some of the safest, most secure facilities in the United States. The facilities themselves are incredibly robust, made to protect against even the most unlikely scenarios, including natural disasters.
Part of a nuclear power...

How a passion for helping others makes a difference at a nuclear plant
“A friend of mine told me I should join the fire department when I was 16 for all the typical teenage reasons. Driving fast, looking cool. It took my first serious response call to realize that wasn’t why I should be doing it,” Scott Hix said.
Hix, a...

Three things you need to know about this year's emergency preparedness information
As we enter outage season, performing maintenance, upgrades and refueling our plants, it’s fitting that also upgrade our emergency preparedness tools and how we share information.
We’ve embraced technology in our fleet with tools like the Guardian S...

An energy education: How to safely prepare for stormy weather
Even though weather and its impacts are unpredictable, you and your family can use these tips to ensure your home is safely prepared for the unknown.
Before, during and after a storm - are you prepared?

Do you need to know your emergency planning zone?
Editor's note: This article was originally published on July 25, 2018. It has been updated and republished.
Do you know what to do in the event of a nuclear plant emergency? While it’s important to be familiar with printed and online emergency planning...

How much do you know about outdoor warning sirens?
If you live within 10 miles of our nuclear power plants, you may have heard outdoor sirens mentioned once or twice. But, do you know what hearing a siren means?
Plant neighbors have most likely heard the quarterly outdoor warning siren testing along...

Training to ensure safe, reliable operations
Continuous learning is part of any profession. Our nuclear professionals are no exception; indeed, no industry requires as much continuous training as commercial nuclear power generation. Training is needed to ensure safe, reliable operations for the generation of life-essential electricity.

Emergency Planning - Why it's a top priority
Emergency planning is a top priority in the nuclear industry. Being prepared for any event at a site ensures the safety of the public and nuclear employees.
Note: Outdoor warning sirens will be tested on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 as part of regularly scheduled maintenance. No action is required by residents.

How to prepare for storms like a nuclear worker
With the official start of Atlantic hurricane season just around the corner, here are three ways you can prepare for a storm like a nuclear worker.

Is it just a test? 3 places to look for siren information
If you hear a siren, how can you determine if it’s a test or an emergency? Follow these three steps.