Swiss lake fades amid drought
Lake Geneva in Switzerland is experiencing an unprecedented drought due to a prolonged heatwave that has swept across Europe. Water levels have dropped by more than 9 meters below the normal level, with the decline continuing at a rate of 22 centimeters per day. The reduction in rainfall and rising temperatures caused by global warming have decreased the flow of the Rhône River, which feeds the lake. The current drought has surpassed the worst episodes of previous years (1976, 2003, and 2018). The situation has halted boat traffic and led to a decline in tourism. Owners and witnesses have expressed their sorrow at seeing the beautiful landscapes, as the waters have turned brown and narrowed significantly. It is expected that rainfall will remain scarce until mid-August.
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