Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleA severe drought across Europe is weakening Dutch dikes, which are typically made of peat and require moisture to maintain their strength, raising concerns about flood defences. Volunteers in the Netherlands are meticulously inspecting dikes for cracks and weaknesses caused by the dry conditions, reporting findings to authorities for swift repairs. Major European rivers, including the Rhine, have reached record low levels, significantly disrupting cargo shipping as vessels are forced to carry reduced loads to avoid running aground. The drought is severely impacting agriculture, with farmers facing irrigation restrictions and warning of smaller fruit harvests and potential price increases. The Netherlands, much of which is below sea level, is grappling with the long-term effects of climate change, leading to increased salinity in reclaimed land and challenges in maintaining adequate water supplies throughout the year. In fullDrought threatens the Netherlands’ iconic dikes and grounds houseboatsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Drought in The Netherlands putting dikes at risk
Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleA severe drought across Europe is weakening Dutch dikes, which are typically made of peat and require moisture to maintain their strength, raising concerns about flood defences. Volunteers in the Netherlands are meticulously inspecting dikes for cracks and weaknesses caused by the dry conditions, reporting findings to authorities for swift repairs. Major European rivers, including the Rhine, have reached record low levels, significantly disrupting cargo shipping as vessels are forced to carry reduced loads to avoid running aground. The drought is severely impacting agriculture, with farmers facing irrigation restrictions and warning of smaller fruit harvests and potential price increases. The Netherlands, much of which is below sea level, is grappling with the long-term effects of climate change, leading to increased salinity in reclaimed land and challenges in maintaining adequate water supplies throughout the year. In fullDrought threatens the Netherlands’ iconic dikes and grounds houseboatsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
