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Osijek Faces Historic Lows on Drava River Amid Severe Drought
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Osijek Faces Historic Lows on Drava River Amid Severe Drought

From Delo · () Slovenian

Translated from Slovenian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Osijek, Croatia, is experiencing extremely low water levels on the Drava River, reaching historic lows since measurements began in 1827.
  • The city is suffering from intense heat and drought, with local beaches like Copacabana and Kopika being central points of discussion about the dry conditions.
  • The drought is affecting much of Europe, with rivers across the continent at record low levels.

The Croatian city of Osijek is grappling with a severe drought, leading to record-low water levels on the Drava River. The city's hydrological station, the oldest on the Croatian section of the Drava, has not recorded such low levels since its establishment in 1827.

Amidst scorching temperatures, Osijek presented a deserted appearance, reflecting the harsh conditions expected in a demographically declining region. Local beaches, such as Copacabana and Kopika, have become focal points where residents discuss the pervasive drought and heatwave.

This situation is not unique to Osijek or Croatia; much of Europe is experiencing a significant drought. River levels across the continent have fallen to record lows, exacerbating the impact of the extreme heat. Delo journalists Novica Mihajloviฤ‡ and Voranc Vogel visited Osijek to document the effects of the critically low water levels and the oppressive heat.

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Originally published by Delo in Slovenian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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