Their very existence is a threat to public safety.
Maybe that's why they feel the need to make this statement every time there is a problem..




Pilgrim nuclear plant is shut down after recirculation pumps turn off
[link to bostonglobe.com]

[snip]

The plant is in a safe condition. There’s no threat to public safety,” she emphasized.

The plant will restart after after a thorough evaluation and any necessary repairs are done, plant officials said.