"De 64 de ani nu am văzut așa ceva". Viceprimarul din Rasova, unde Dunărea a dispărut, spune că nici dacă plouă o săptămână nu ajută

The Danube River is experiencing a historic drought, with water levels at a record low, according to Rasova's deputy mayor. He noted that even a week of rain wouldn't suffice to restore the river's flow due to extremely dry soil. In some areas, the river has completely vanished, replaced by vast stretches of sand. Controlled explosions near Cernavodă nuclear plant have raised hopes for increased water flow, but immediate effects are unlikely. The drought is impacting navigation, agriculture, and local infrastructure, with fishermen and irrigation users facing significant challenges.