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The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre reports record-low water levels in major rivers across Europe.

The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre reported that major rivers, including the Loire, Po, Rhine, and Danube, have reached record-low levels due to persistent hot and dry conditions. These extreme conditions have caused significant hydrological stress across Central and Western Europe, affecting water supplies, agricultural activity, and energy production. Satellite imagery confirms the severity of the drought, showing retreating water in major river channels and declining soil moisture. In Germany, the Rhine River has reached unprecedented low levels, causing shipping disruptions and leaving some vessels stranded. In England, July was recorded as the driest July on record since 1836, with 71.3 percent of the country officially in drought. The impact is visible in urban green spaces, with parks in London and Vienna showing significant declines in vegetation vitality. Monitoring centers expect these dry conditions to persist through September, as the continent faces continued water and heat stress.

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