What would happen if there were an emergency or radiation release at Harris?
Emergency preparedness is a high priority for Progress Energy and the Harris Plant. A team of employees at the plant focuses on emergency planning year-round and works closely with state and local officials to ensure our plans are current and realistic. Employees at the Harris Plant conduct extensive drills four times each year. We also test the 83 sirens in the 10-mile area around the plant at full volume annually, at low volume every three months, and in silent mode every two weeks. In the unlikely event of an emergency, the Harris Plant personnel are well prepared to respond quickly and effectively.
