Rhine River drops to record low levels, grounding ships

This summer’s heat waves and lack of rain have led to a sharp drop in the levels of Germany’s inland waterways. The Rhine River’s water levels have sunk to record lows. That’s taking a heavy toll on commercial shipping.

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Germany’s Rhine River, celebrated by poet Friedrich Hölderlin as “the noblest of rivers,” is facing dangerously low water levels after a prolonged heatwave and lack of rainfall. The situation is creating serious challenges for commercial shipping, supply chains and industry, which rely heavily on the waterway. Duisburg Harbour officials warn that operations are close to a standstill without significant rain. Regional authorities say long-standing climate change warnings are becoming reality as Europe continues to face extreme heat and environmental stress.

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