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Simulated gunfire to be used for Indian Point training

NEWS12 WESTCHESTER: Simulated gunfire will be part of

NEWS12 WESTCHESTER: Simulated gunfire will be part of a training exercise to test security at the Indian Point nuclear facility. (Nov. 26, 2012) (November 26, 2012 9:15 AM)

People living near the Indian Point nuclear power plant in Buchanan might hear what sounds like gunshots this week.

Officials from Entergy, Indian Point's owner-operator, say the noises will be simulated gunfire that is part of a training exercise meant to test the plant’s security force.

They stress that the there's no need for alarm and that the gunshots are just a drill....

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