European drought disrupts industry and agriculture

A severe European drought, exacerbated by climate change and a series of heatwaves, has caused record-low water levels on major rivers including the Rhine, Danube, and Po. This has disrupted industrial production, shipping, and agriculture across the continent. In Germany, low Rhine levels have forced companies like Covestro, Evonik Industries, and ThyssenKrupp to adapt, while the Bundesbank warned of economic impact. In England, 71% of the country is in drought, affecting water supplies and agriculture. France has imposed water restrictions on nearly 70% of its territory. The drought has also exposed historical relics, such as the 'Sava's Titanic' shipwreck in Serbia. Governments and companies are investing in climate-resilient farming and water infrastructure, but the crisis highlights the growing economic and environmental costs of extreme weather.