Vistula River hits record low levels across Poland

The Vistula River is experiencing record-breaking low water levels across Poland due to a severe hydrological drought. In Toruń, water levels dropped to 84 centimeters, marking the lowest point in recorded history and surpassing the previous record set last year. Local rescuers from WOPR Toruń have issued warnings, noting that exposed shallows and dried riverbeds create treacherous conditions despite the low volume.

In Warsaw, water levels at the Bulwary station have fluctuated between 102 and 103 centimeters, reaching historic minimums. At the Annopol station, the water level hit 160 centimeters, the lowest recorded in over 70 years. The Institute of Meteorology and Water Management (IMGW-PIB) reports that 78 hydrological drought warnings are currently in effect across the country.

Experts attribute the crisis to a lack of precipitation combined with high temperatures and increased evaporation. The drought conditions are expected to persist for several weeks or potentially until autumn, with an increased risk of forest fires reported alongside the water shortage.