Austria faces worst drought since 1885
Austria has experienced an unprecedented drought wave in over 130 years, with rainfall from the beginning of January to the end of June 2026 decreasing by 27% compared to the long-term average. An additional 160 liters per square meter are needed to compensate for the shortfall. The drought has led to a 30% decrease in hydroelectric power production and has negatively impacted navigation on the Danube River, where water levels have fallen approximately half a meter below the minimum required, resulting in restricted river shipping and threatening energy supplies and trade.
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