Extreme Heat and Drought Impact Europe
2 sources across 2 countries · Norway · Switzerland
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- Aftenposten
- Neue Zuercher Zeitung
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A heatwave at the end of June caused historical excess mortality across Europe. In Germany, the Rhine river has reached historical low water levels in the state of North Rhine Westphalia. Data from the Waterways and Shipping Office Rhine indicates that a historical low was measured in Cologne. Forecasts suggest that water levels in Cologne, Düsseldorf, Emmerich, and Duisburg Ruhrort will drop further by Friday evening. These levels are expected to be more than 20 centimeters lower than the previous historical lows recorded on October 23, 2018. While a slight increase in water levels is expected next week, officials state this does not represent a relaxation of the situation.
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