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🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Narelle leaves Katherine anxiously awaiting second flood this month

Ex-Cyclone Narelle has left residents of Katherine in Australia anxious about a potential second flood this month as river levels rise.

Mar 22 • 22:49 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Oil products and barium levels in Dniester River exceed norms severalfold due to Russian attacks

The Dniester River is experiencing severe pollution due to Russian attacks, with oil products and barium exceeding safe levels significantly.

Mar 19 • 15:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

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.

Mar 19 • 05:54 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The critical limit has not been reached: Nevėžis begins to withdraw

Water levels in the Nevėžis river are declining, signaling a positive change in the situation according to local authorities.

Mar 18 • 08:04 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

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.

Mar 17 • 14:19 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

After the water receded in Panevėžys, a sightseeing boat was left on the shoal - concern that it might capsize

A sightseeing boat has become stranded on a shoal in Panevėžys after water levels in the Nevėžis River receded, prompting local concerns about its stability.

Mar 17 • 08:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Seasonal water rise of the Nevėžys recorded in Panevėžys

The municipality of Panevėžys reports a seasonal rise in the Nevėžys River's water level, which peaked over the weekend, but no immediate threat to residents was noted.

Mar 16 • 08:58 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Warning in Kėdainiai Region: Due to the Rapid Rise of the Nevėžis Water Level – Alert

Authorities have issued a warning to residents in Kėdainiai due to the rising water levels of the Nevėžis River, indicating potential flooding risks.

Mar 15 • 15:50 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Kėdainiai residents received warnings about the possible flood threat

Residents of Kėdainiai have been warned about a potential flood threat due to rising water levels in the Nevėžis River.

Mar 15 • 15:43 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

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.

Mar 15 • 12:32 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Ice Movement and Rising River Water in the Curonian Lagoon Attract Tourists: People Come Like to a Pilgrimage

Recent ice movement and rising water levels in the Curonian Lagoon have drawn large numbers of tourists to the area, reminiscent of a pilgrimage.

Mar 15 • 11:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rivers in AM swell and federal government recognizes state of emergency in two more municipalities

The federal government of Brazil has declared a state of emergency in two municipalities of Amazonas due to flooding caused by rising river levels.

Mar 14 • 15:04 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Water levels continue to rise in Latvia's rivers

Water levels in Latvian rivers are rising, leading to the flooding of low-lying areas due to ice melting and changes in river conditions.

Mar 14 • 13:18 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Warning for Many Residents Due to Flooding: Calls for Safety Precautions

Residents near the Lėvenas River in Lithuania have been warned about rising water levels and potential flooding, prompting precautionary measures.

Mar 14 • 11:48 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Warns of the flood that has begun in Lithuania: the river water is rising at record speed – a dangerous level has been reached

Flooding has begun in Lithuania, with river water levels rising rapidly and reaching dangerous levels in certain areas.

Mar 13 • 10:05 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Daly River flood nearing worst on record, with more rain forecast

The Daly River community is on the brink of recording its worst flood ever as levels rise close to the historic high, with more rain expected in the forecast.

Mar 13 • 02:49 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

One dead and more than 5,000 affected by flooding in Babahoyo: river recorded a historic level of 7.15 meters above sea level

In Babahoyo, Ecuador, severe flooding has affected over 5,000 families, with one confirmed fatality and historic river levels recorded at 7.15 meters above sea level.

Mar 13 • 00:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Barcelos Martins Bridge undergoes new technical inspection in Campos

Engineers conducted a new technical inspection on the Barcelos Martins Bridge in Campos dos Goytacazes to assess structural integrity after subsidence due to rising river levels.

Mar 12 • 17:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal government recognizes state of emergency in Boca do Acre, Amazonas, due to river flooding

The Brazilian federal government has officially recognized a state of emergency in Boca do Acre, Amazonas, due to severe flooding from rising river levels.

Mar 12 • 13:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Drought threatens several lakes this summer – river regulation adjustments being made urgently at Karhijärvi, known from the one-euro coin

Due to unusually low winter snowfall, authorities in Finland are urgently changing water regulation policies for multiple lakes, including Karhijärvi, to prevent critically low water levels this summer.

Mar 12 • 06:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

The scale of northern Australia’s record-breaking floods revealed in data and maps

Northern Australia has experienced significant flooding, with river levels still rising in many areas across Queensland and the Northern Territory following record rainfall.

Mar 12 • 01:24 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Controlled cutting of suspension bridge prevents disaster due to river rise in Urdaneta

The suspension bridge in Urdaneta was deliberately cut to prevent major damage due to rising river levels and debris accumulation.

Mar 11 • 19:46 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Communities across Top End face ongoing major flooding

Major flooding continues to impact communities in the Top End of Australia, particularly in Beswick and Daly River, with evacuations and pop-up schools being established in response to rising water levels.

Mar 11 • 00:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In Neris – an incredible sight: captured how the water swept away a cabin

A cabin swept away by rising waters in Lithuania has been retrieved and safety measures against rising water levels are urged.

Mar 10 • 13:59 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Hydrologists investigated river sections: are there flood dangers rising anywhere?

Hydrologists in Lithuania have been actively monitoring river conditions to assess potential flood risks, particularly observing changes in ice and water levels.

Mar 10 • 13:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Flood alerts in a stream called the harbinger of flooding – critical water level

Flooding levels have been reached in the Leitė river, known as a harbinger of spring floods in Lithuania, prompting alerts from local authorities.

Mar 10 • 12:18 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Live: Water creeps up in Bundaberg amid major flood warning

Bundaberg, Queensland, is facing a major flood threat as water levels in the Burnett River are expected to peak at 7.6 metres following heavy rainfall.

Mar 10 • 00:08 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Bundaberg region on alert as major flood warning issued

Central Queensland communities are on alert due to a major flood warning for the Burnett River, with potential flooding levels comparable to a significant event in December 2010.

Mar 9 • 19:42 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Neris River in Vilnius Suddenly Came Alive and Swept Away the Ice: Is There a Risk of Flooding?

The Neris River in Vilnius has experienced significant ice movement, leading to increased water levels, but experts assure that there is no flood risk at this time.

Mar 9 • 10:53 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

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.

Mar 9 • 04:54 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Water Levels Rising in the Daugava

Water levels in the Daugava River Basin are rising, particularly influenced by snow melt and ice conditions.

Mar 9 • 02:43 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Temperatures expected to reach +12 degrees on Sunday

Latvian meteorologists predict mild weather with temperatures ranging from +5 to +12 degrees Celsius and advise on current water levels in rivers due to melting snow and ice.

Mar 8 • 05:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘There are crocs absolutely everywhere’: NT residents warned to stay out of flood waters as hundreds evacuated

Authorities in the Northern Territory warn residents to avoid swimming in crocodile-infested flood waters as heavy rains lead to evacuations and rising river levels.

Mar 8 • 04:16 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Katherine experiences worst flooding in 28 years as residents wake to survey damage

Katherine, Australia, faces severe flooding, the worst in 28 years, with water levels peaking at 19.19 meters.

Mar 7 • 21:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Photos: City in Waste. The Collapsed Landfill Has Permanently Increased River Levels

A landfill collapse has significantly affected the city by increasing river levels and contributing to waste problems.

Mar 7 • 13:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Catalonia activates alerts for flood risk

Catalonia is issuing flood warnings due to increased river levels ahead of heavy rainfall.

Mar 6 • 14:42 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

"Farmers' Assembly": Farmers must prepare for floods

Latvian farmers are urged to prepare for increased flood risks due to warmer weather and rising river levels next month.

Mar 4 • 11:38 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

At the Port of Jurbarkas – the Start of Important Observations: Ice Situation and Water Levels Assessed

The port of Jurbarkas is implementing a monitoring system to assess ice conditions and water levels as part of preparing for potential natural disasters and developing a modern river cargo port.

Mar 4 • 09:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The thaw has begun, but the river levels around Tartu may actually fall

Despite the onset of the thaw and flooding runoff from melting snow, Tartu is unlikely to experience significant flooding this year due to reduced snowfall during the winter.

Mar 3 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rains raise river levels and Apac warns of flood risk in cities of PE; see which ones

Recent heavy rains in Pernambuco have raised river levels, prompting flood alerts in several cities according to the local water agency.

Mar 2 • 12:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

NKVC Chief: No Data Indicating Flood May Start Earlier

The chief of the NKVC stated that current river levels show no indication of an early flood, although conditions are monitored as weather changes are expected.

Feb 28 • 14:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Dog stranded in river is rescued in MG

A dog was rescued by firefighters after being stranded in the São João River in Itaúna, Minas Gerais, due to strong currents and high water levels.

Feb 27 • 13:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Paraíba do Sul River rises 2.4 meters above normal in Volta Redonda

The Paraíba do Sul River in Volta Redonda, Brazil, has risen 2.4 meters above normal levels due to heavy rains, prompting emergency preparedness actions by local civil defense.

Feb 26 • 15:47 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

River with a 'pong' causes rowing, boat rides to be cancelled

The River Torrens has been temporarily closed and boat activities suspended due to high levels of E. coli and dead fish found in the water.

Feb 26 • 03:13 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Red alert in Evros – 112 sounded in Lavara

Areas in Greece remain on high alert due to severe rainfall and rising river levels, particularly in Lavara where the emergency number 112 was activated.

Feb 25 • 07:18 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Red Code again for Evros – Alarm for new flood phenomena

The Evros Regional Unit has been placed on 'Red Code' alert as a high risk of flooding is predicted due to rising water levels and river overflow.

Feb 24 • 15:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Evros: 'Red Code' due to river overflow – Flooded areas from satellite

The General Secretariat for Civil Protection has issued a 'Red Code' alert in the Evros region due to rising river levels and high flood risk from February 24 to February 27, 2026.

Feb 24 • 13:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

River levels are rising in parts of the country; first flood alert in ten locations

The first flood alert has been issued for approximately ten locations across the Czech Republic as river levels rise amid ongoing weather conditions.

Feb 24 • 10:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Water Level of the Isar: Munich Water Authority Warns of Flooding

The Munich Water Authority has issued a flood warning for the city and district of Munich due to rising river levels after persistent rain.

Feb 24 • 10:39 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Sudden Increase in River Levels. IMGW Raises Alarm

Rapid warming and melting snow have caused significant water level rises in many Polish rivers, particularly in the Lower Silesia region.

Feb 23 • 20:14 UTC

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