After several days of rising waters, the Paraná River begins a slow descent in the Ayolas area

After days of sustained high water levels, the Paraná River in Ayolas is showing signs of a gradual decline. The water level at the Ayolas port has decreased slightly, according to the latest report from the Yacyretá Hydroelectric Power Plant's hydrology department. However, the impact of the recent flooding persists, affecting key industries and tourist attractions in the district.

The river's edge currently stands at 2.60 meters, down from the 2.90 meters it maintained for much of the past week. This is significantly above the normal level of 1.80 meters for the Ayolas port. Hydrological data indicates a downward trend, with projections estimating the level to be between 2.30 and 2.20 meters by Monday.

Despite the receding waters, the consequences of the flood are still being felt. The rise in the Paraná River's level and recent rainfall have halted brick production, leaving a local brickmaker without income after their establishment in the Milenium beach area was inundated. Tourism, which heavily relies on natural attractions like Corateí beach, is also impacted, with the local economy depending on it for approximately 80% of its revenue, alongside commercial and sport fishing activities.

The Yacyretá Hydroelectric Power Plant cautions that these forecasts are based on current conditions and available predictions, and are subject to revision due to potential changes in weather patterns or water discharge from upstream hydroelectric plants. While the weekly forecast suggests minimal hydrological significance for the basin, localized variations are possible.