Hungary’s Paks nuclear power plant is experiencing difficulties due to the historically low water levels in the Danube River, impacting its cooling system. The plant has not yet been fully shut down, but electricity imports to Hungary are dramatically increasing, even beyond pre-crisis levels. The issue stems from the insufficient depth of the water intake pipes for cooling, exacerbating the effects of the current drought. The Hungarian government has allocated 50 billion forints (approximately 1.38 billion euros) to address the situation and mitigate potential disruptions. This event highlights the vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure to the impacts of climate change and extreme weather events. The situation underscores the growing energy concerns in the region.