Poland is facing a worsening hydrological crisis as water levels in the Vistula River plummet. At the Warsaw-Bulwary hydrological station, the water level reached a record low of just 102 cm on Friday. This marks an unprecedented low in recorded measurements for the country’s longest river. Experts from the Institute of Meteorology and Water Management (IMGW) predict the situation will deteriorate further, with potentially even lower levels expected between August and September. The rapidly declining water levels pose concerns for navigation, ecosystems, and water supplies. The current crisis underscores the growing impact of drought and climate change on Poland's water resources, raising alarms about future water availability and environmental consequences. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and assessing potential mitigation strategies.

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