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Impact of shrinking rivers on Europe's economy
The levels of the Rhine and Danube rivers have dropped to historic lows due to ongoing heatwaves and drought across Europe, disrupting shipping activities, closing nuclear power plants, and reducing agricultural production. The Rhine's water level fell below 24 centimeters at the Koblenz gauge in Germany, hindering economic navigation operations, while the Danube's level in Romania surpassed the decline levels recorded in 2025, impacting navigation, energy, and water resources. Despite a wetter winter, repeated heatwaves and droughts have led to soil desiccation and increased forest fires, with dry and hot weather expected to continue through September, posing a significant threat to the European economy.
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