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Europe faces historic drought and drying rivers

The heatwave in France has lasted 17 days, surpassing the 2003 record.

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The fact

European rivers, including the Danube and Rhine, are at historically low levels.

Romania had to shut down its only nuclear plant due to the Danube's low water flow.

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Why it matters

La sécheresse prolongée menace l'agriculture, la production d'énergie et le transport fluvial en Europe, avec des conséquences économiques et environnementales majeures.

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