Restrictions on navigation along the IJssel river in the Netherlands have been lifted, allowing freight ships to once again travel between Arnhem and Zutphen. The highways agency, Rijkswaterstaat, had previously imposed these limitations due to low water levels caused by the ongoing drought. While the immediate crisis for shipping traffic has eased, authorities caution that the drought conditions are far from over. Water levels remain low and the situation could quickly deteriorate again if rainfall doesn’t materialize. The lifting of restrictions provides relief for businesses relying on the IJssel river for transport, but the long-term outlook remains uncertain. Continued monitoring of water levels and potential for renewed restrictions are expected. The Netherlands continues to grapple with the impacts of a prolonged period of dry weather.