First published at 17:48 UTC on August 12th, 2022.
The Rhine may become impassable for ships due to drought
An economic catastrophe is brewing in Germany because of the drought. Navigation on the shallow Rhine may be completely stopped in the near future.
Transportation of coal, grain, oil and met…
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The Rhine may become impassable for ships due to drought
An economic catastrophe is brewing in Germany because of the drought. Navigation on the shallow Rhine may be completely stopped in the near future.
Transportation of coal, grain, oil and metals has already decreased, while prices for them are constantly rising.
The Danube, the most important artery for grain transportation, is also experiencing a drought.
🇫🇷 In France, 93 out of 96 departments have imposed water restrictions. In some regions, residents are prohibited from watering lawns and washing cars.
The largest, but less important for cargo transportation, the Loire River has completely dried up.
Record heat can destroy sunflower and fruit crops, vineyards are under threat.
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