A prolonged drought is severely impacting the Czech Republic, causing historically low water levels in the Elbe River. In Ústí nad Labem, the river has receded enough for people to walk to the middle of the riverbed and observe previously submerged islands. Residents of Děčín are walking their dogs in the exposed riverbed, highlighting the dramatic decrease in water levels. A notable consequence of the drought is the reappearance of the “Hunger Stone,” a rock formation historically exposed during periods of extreme drought, serving as a grim reminder of past hardships. This phenomenon indicates the severity of the current dry spell and its impact on the region's waterways. The situation underscores worsening drought conditions across the country.