PHOTOS AND VIDEO: The search is ongoing in the Daugava area for a person who possibly fell from the Akmens Bridge into the river
Rescuers and volunteers are continuing the search in the Daugava area for a person believed to have fallen from a bridge in Riga.
Volunteers join in the search for 16-year-old Sofia, ask for help with boats
Volunteers are being called upon to assist in the search for a missing 16-year-old girl named Sofia, who disappeared in the Daugava River area.
Photo ⟩ The ice jam has decreased in the Pļaviņas region
Recent reports indicate that the ice jam in the Pļaviņu water reservoir has reduced significantly over the last 24 hours.
Ice jam remains at Pļaviņas, but flood risk is minimal
An ice jam persists at Pļaviņas on the Daugava River, although the flood risk is currently minimal due to decreasing water levels.
Ice Jam in Pļaviņas Attracts Flood Tourists; Municipality Advises Caution
An ice jam in the Daugava River near Pļaviņas has led to an increase in local water levels, attracting tourists to observe the natural phenomenon while authorities monitor the situation.
Residents of Jēkabpils district prepare for floods in advance
As spring arrives, residents of Jēkabpils district in Latvia are proactively preparing for potential flooding caused by melting ice on the Daugava River.
The lowest areas in Jēkabpils municipality are flooded; the situation in the city is calm
Several summer houses and access roads have been flooded in Jēkabpils municipality due to ice jams, but the city itself remains calm.
River Water Level Fluctuations in Eastern and Central Latvia
Meteorologists report significant fluctuations in water levels and ongoing ice breakup in eastern and central Latvia, particularly in rivers like the Daugava.
Floodwaters have inundated part of the promenade on Bruģu Street in Daugavpils
Floodwaters from the Daugava River have submerged the lower section of Bruģu Street promenade in Daugavpils, prompting the city council to advise residents and visitors to avoid the area for safety reasons.
Rescuers demonstrate on the Daugava River to warn about fragile ice
Rescuers in Latvia are educating winter swimmers about the dangers of thin ice on the Daugava River while emphasizing key safety measures.
A Minor has Fallen Through the Ice of the Daugava River in Salaspils Parish
A minor fell through the ice of the Daugava River in Salaspils Parish but was rescued before the arrival of emergency services.
The water level in the Daugava River is also beginning to rise faster
The water levels in various rivers across Latvia are rising, with a notable increase observed in the Daugava River, according to the Latvian Environmental, Geological, and Meteorological Centre.
Water Levels Rising in the Daugava
Water levels in the Daugava River Basin are rising, particularly influenced by snow melt and ice conditions.
From Monday, it will be prohibited to be on the ice of the Daugava in Daugavpils
A ban on being on the Daugava river ice in Daugavpils will come into effect on March 9 due to rising temperatures and melting ice.
VIDEO: Driver under the influence of narcotic substances drives BMW into the Daugava. Verdict announced in the case
A driver who was under the influence of narcotics has been sentenced following an incident last June where he drove his BMW into the Daugava River in Ogre, Latvia, sparking significant public interest.
Despite the ban, people continued to walk on the unsafe ice of the Daugava on Saturday
Despite a ban, many people continued to walk on the unsafe ice of the Daugava River in Riga on Saturday, leading to police intervention.
The Ban Does Not Deter People in Riga from Walking on the Daugava Ice
Despite a municipal ban on walking on the ice of the Daugava River, residents and visitors in Riga continue to ignore the warning and venture onto the frozen surface.
Riga prohibits access to the ice of the Daugava River for safety reasons
Riga city government has banned residents from accessing the ice of the Daugava River due to safety concerns, with the municipal police prepared to act against violators.
Prohibition on riverside ice in Riga
The Riga City Council's Security, Order, and Corruption Prevention Committee has decided to impose a prohibition on residents moving on the ice of the Daugava River for safety reasons.
Riga City Council to Evaluate Safety on the Ice of the Daugava
The Riga City Council's Security, Order, and Corruption Prevention Committee is meeting to discuss public safety risks on the Daugava River ice after concerns were raised in the media.
VIDEO ⟩ People walk on the frozen Daugava in the center of Riga
Despite the thick layer of ice on the Daugava river, Riga's municipal police warn that the ice is fragile and dangerous in certain areas, especially under the bridges.
Riga plans to allow walking on the ice of Daugava
Riga is set to officially allow people to walk on the frozen Daugava River, despite ongoing warnings from hydrologists about the associated risks.
VIDEO ⟩ Places designated in the center of Riga will allow crossing the Daugava on ice; responsibility is on each individual's shoulders
Riga officials are set to allow crossing the Daugava River on ice, while emphasizing that individuals are responsible for their own safety on the ice.