Danube

Record-breaking temperatures in Europe have caused the Danube River to reach historic lows, exposing dozens of Nazi warships from World War II. Some vessels still contain live ammunition and explosives. Additionally, a German military motorcycle was found in Hungary, and a 700 kg British bomb was recovered in Slovakia.

Hungary is facing a severe energy crisis after a harsh drought and intense heatwave pushed temperatures to record highs of 40 to 42 degrees Celsius. The unprecedented low water level of the Danube, which has exposed the riverbed, serves as a stark wake-up call regarding the reality of the climate crisis.

Extreme drought has caused Danube water levels to hit record lows, pushing nuclear power plants in Hungary and Romania to the brink of shutdown. Authorities are implementing emergency measures to secure energy supplies.

Europe is facing an extreme drought that has caused water levels in the Danube and Rhine to drop to record lows. This has triggered an energy crisis, logistics disruptions, and rising food prices.