What are the regulations governing emergency preparedness for nuclear reactors?
Emergency planning for the existing nuclear power plants, licensed under the 10 CFR Part 50 process, is evaluated under 10 CFR 50.47, Appendix E to Part 50, and includes the guidance in NUREG-0654/FEMA-REP-1, Rev. 1. For more information, see our Regulations, Guidance, and Generic Communications Web page.