Drone Incursions Near U.S. Nuclear Sites Reveal Unusual Activity

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has released records detailing a series of drone incidents near sensitive nuclear facilities, including an intriguing case involving a triangular object with a spotlight above two major power plants. Between September 2022 and February 2023, at least 22 drone-related events were documented across critical infrastructure sites. Among these, the Susquehanna Steam Electric Station in Pennsylvania and the Columbia Generating Station in Washington state accounted for 17 incidents alone.

The records, obtained through the Freedom of Information Act by Liberation Times, highlight unusual patterns of activity. At Susquehanna, eight incidents occurred within a single month, with multiple drones approaching from various directions. Similarly, Columbia Generating Station reported nine incidents over nearly three months. One particularly notable case involved a triangular object equipped with a large spotlight lingering near the Susquehanna site for more than two hours.

These findings have been shared with AARO (All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office), the Pentagon’s dedicated unit tasked with investigating unidentified phenomena. While the NRC has not identified any direct threats to nuclear security, the frequency and nature of these incursions raise questions about potential vulnerabilities at critical infrastructure sites. The records underscore the growing need for enhanced surveillance and protocols to address such anomalies, ensuring the safety and stability of U.S. energy facilities.