Rhine in crisis mode: water levels drop - clubs in need!
Rhine in crisis mode: water levels drop - clubs in need!
Today, on April 10, 2025, the water level of the Rhine, especially at Emmerich, is alarming low. Current measurements show that the level is below one meter and continues to drop. This development already has serious effects on various side arms of the river, with a special focus on the Altrhein Griethausen. Here, the water level is so deep in many places that pedestrians could run through the electricity without any problems, although the stony river bottom actually makes it difficult.
The causes of these unusual levels are varied. Hubert Reyers, a Klever hobby meteorologist and farmer, indicates that such extremely low values were hardly known in the region at this time of year. It draws a comparison to the typical conditions of late summer. The lack of rain in southern Germany seems to be an essential factor for this situation. Nevertheless, Reyers points out that the weather conditions change quickly and that the situation can recover quickly.
How the communities are affected
The low levels have immense consequences for the clubs and organizations that depend on the Altrhein. At the moment, these affected people have to deal with considerable challenges caused by the dryness and the decline in water. The social and economic implications are far -reaching and affect the entire region.
Current level forecasts
The weather forecasts indicate that the levels at Emmerich will probably remain low in the next few days. The data show a level of 89 cm at 5:00 a.m. for April 10, 2025, followed by values of 86 cm at 7:00 a.m. and a stable 88 cm in the further day. These values are worrying, especially with regard to the overall trend for the week that could vary between 80 and 86 cm.
| date | 01:00 | 03:00 | 05:00 | 07:00 | 09:00 | 11:00 | 13:00 | 15:00 | 17:00 | 19:00 | 21:00 | 23:00 |
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| 04/10/2025 | n.d. | n.d. | 89 | 86 | 89 | 88 | 88 | 88 | 88 | 87 | 87 | 87 |
Overall, the current water level situation is worrying for both the Rhine and the Griethausen Altrhein and requires attention and quick action to support the affected communities and their ecosystem. It is expected that the situation will change in the coming weeks due to the meteorological developments. Additional information and forecasts can be viewed on the platform of elwis
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