Overview

• Prolonged drought has led to extremely low water levels at Lake Constance and reduced river flows, intensifying wildfire risks and stressing ecosystems.
• Environmental groups warn of long-term damage to biodiversity, with soils, plants, and animals under significant stress due to the lack of spring rains.
• The German Weather Service and climate experts confirm that such drought events are becoming more frequent due to climate change.
• Economic effects are being felt on the Rhine, where low water levels have reduced shipping capacity, increasing freight costs.
• Some experts suggest that intermittent rains forecasted for the coming days could provide short-term relief, improving water levels and mitigating immediate risks.