Rhine water levels hit record low
The heatwave has caused a record drop in water levels in the Rhine River in Germany, with the depth of the channel near Kaub measuring only about 15 centimeters, surpassing the low record set in 2018. This has disrupted shipping traffic along the river, with vessel capacity falling to less than 20% of their normal load, leading to increased transportation costs and greater burdens on cargo owners. The decline in water levels is attributed to rising temperatures and a lack of rainfall, threatening shipping activities and causing negative impacts on trade along the river.
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