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Drought in Hungary lowers lake levels and threatens agriculture and energy supply

started August 21, 2026 at 7:19 AM · last changed 7d ago

Summary

Severe drought across Hungary has reduced Lake Velence's water level to around 20 cm, far below the optimal 150 cm for August and forcing beach closures. About 99 percent of the country faces extreme drought conditions threatening crops, drinking water and energy production, with experts warning that a centuries-long policy of draining wetlands has left the country uniquely vulnerable to prolonged droughts.

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Na jezeru Velence, trećem po veličini u Mađarskoj, vodostaj je pao na oko 20 centimetara, daleko ispod optimalnih 150 centimetara za august, zbog čega su

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Severity39

Total — band povišeno (20–39)

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