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Vermont Yankee Prepares for Sandy

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Staff at Vermont Yankee say they're making sure the nuclear power plant is ready for Hurricane Sandy.

Staff say they're preparing for high winds and rain.

Right now they're securing equipment around the plant.  They're also reviewing staffing plans and emergency communications.  If power to the plant is lost, staff say there are back-up generators to keep safety systems running.

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