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flag A Michigan nuclear plant worker fell into a reactor cavity during a restart, was rescued, and returned to work after minor exposure.

flag A contractor at the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant in Michigan fell into a reactor cavity during fuel reloading on October 21, 2025, sustaining minor injuries and ingesting water. flag The plant, which had been decommissioned since 2022 and resumed operations in August 2025, is the first in U.S. history to restart after shutdown. flag The worker, wearing required safety gear including a life vest, was quickly rescued, decontaminated, and transferred offsite for medical evaluation. flag Radiation levels in the worker’s hair were 300 counts per minute, but officials confirmed exposure was well below regulatory limits. flag The individual has since returned to work. flag The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission stated there was no risk to public or personnel safety. flag An investigation into human performance factors is ongoing.

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