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Residents press San Clemente Council for action on San Onofre waste canisters during public comment
Summary
Multiple residents told the council they fear the temporary canisters holding San Onofre nuclear waste are degrading and asked the city to direct staff to develop a plan to remove canisters to permanent storage. Speakers cited historical incidents and scientific concerns; council did not take formal action on the issue at the meeting.
Several residents used the City Council public‑comment period to urge San Clemente leaders to press state and federal authorities for removal of spent nuclear fuel canisters stored at the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station.
Speakers described the canisters as temporary storage designed for 5–7 years and raised concerns about stress corrosion, embrittlement and other aging issues. Donna Vadrine told council, “The canisters holding…
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