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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Updated flood forecasts: where the threat decreases and where the risk is high

Flood forecasts in Lithuania show decreasing water levels in some areas, although caution is still advised.

Mar 2 • 11:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Mikko Hentinen, who has worked for 25 years, says: 'Great relief' – Joutsan's largest water cooperative joins the municipal water management company

Mikko Hentinen announced that the Uimaniemen water cooperative in Joutsa will merge with the municipal water utility, a decision prompted by an aging leadership and societal demands.

Feb 28 • 06:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Long-term forecast for Poland. This will be the summer of 2026. New analysis

A new weather forecast from the Institute of Meteorology and Water Management predicts variable temperatures across Poland for the upcoming weekend and provides insights into the long-term weather outlook leading up to Easter.

Feb 27 • 15:21 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Somalia: Somaliland, Israel Expand Water Cooperation With DG-Level Visit

Somaliland and Israel are enhancing their cooperation on water management through a high-level delegation visit focused on training and capacity building.

Feb 27 • 14:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Towards the Ecological Transformation of Cities

Hidralia is promoting water regeneration in Andalusia to ensure sustainable management amid increasingly extreme natural cycles, addressing chronic water deficits.

Feb 27 • 12:23 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Pharmaceutical Compounds in Water: An Invisible Pollution We Can Stop

The article discusses the issue of pharmaceutical compounds contaminating the environment, primarily through wastewater and improper disposal, and highlights recent studies in Lithuania that reveal their presence in various water sources.

Feb 27 • 06:48 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Water Resistance - A Challenge That Will Change Business

The article discusses the critical importance of stable water resources for various industries in Poland, highlighting the consequences of water scarcity and excess on the economy and sectors like agriculture and chemicals.

Feb 26 • 12:13 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Israel partnership sparks hope as drought ravages Somaliland farms

Farmers in Somaliland are struggling with severe drought and water shortages, impacting their crop yields and food security, but partnerships aimed at improving water management may offer some hope.

Feb 26 • 11:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Water from Krounka in Chrudim flooded the largest planned flood retention basin in the Czech Republic

The article discusses the flooding of a significant flood retention basin in Czechia due to water from Krounka.

Feb 25 • 17:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The storm train leaves record water levels in reservoirs in the last 40 years: they are at 82.9% of their capacity

Recent storms in Spain have led to reservoirs reaching their highest water levels in 40 years, with significant regional variations and concerns about infrastructure maintenance.

Feb 25 • 12:04 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Plan to bottle and export water from drought-prone area doesn't 'pass the pub test'

The Southern Downs Regional Council in Queensland has rejected a proposal for a water bottling facility, leading to farmers calling for a review of existing water licenses.

Feb 25 • 04:52 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Announcement of Nakdong River Water Quality Measures, but Measures for Weirs are Excluded

The South Korean government announced water quality improvement measures for the Nakdong River, but they did not include plans for weir management, leading to criticisms of the measures being incomplete.

Feb 24 • 23:07 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Water Level of the Isar: Isar Exceeds Alert Level 1

The water level of the Isar in Munich has surpassed Alert Level 1, prompting a flood warning from the Munich Water Management Office due to recent heavy rainfall.

Feb 24 • 15:03 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Closing the swimming pool due to water shortage

A swimming pool is being closed in Iceland due to a water shortage.

Feb 24 • 13:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gases in the atmosphere, water pollution: see risks of more than 100 tons of waste collected during Carnival in Rio Branco

Around 120 tons of waste were collected in Rio Branco after the Carnival celebrations, raising environmental concerns regarding its disposal and the potential impacts on air and water quality.

Feb 24 • 11:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Let’s Work Together to Guarantee Water

The article emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts in water management in Mexico to prevent resource scarcity and infrastructure failures.

Feb 24 • 08:58 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Thousands of wild donkeys are killed, but later it's discovered they can save the desert

Australia's policy towards wild donkeys has shifted due to research showing they can help desert ecosystems, contrary to prior views of them as invasive pests.

Feb 24 • 00:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Do Water Management Agencies Contradict Themselves? Two Lists of Investments and Major Confusion (Which We Clarify)

Poland's water management agency has published two conflicting lists regarding water reservoirs and hydroelectric projects, raising questions about their policies.

Feb 23 • 19:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The PP promises a Big Brother to monitor "24/7" the major water dams: "Its state is worrying"

The Popular Party in Spain has vowed to implement a comprehensive monitoring plan for major water dams if they assume power, citing worrying conditions of current infrastructure.

Feb 23 • 01:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The PP promises a renovation plan for all major dams and to invest 100 billion euros by 2035: "The safety of Spaniards is not guaranteed"

The People's Party (PP) in Spain promises to invest 100 billion euros in a renovation plan for dams to enhance safety and infrastructure maintenance if they come to power.

Feb 22 • 13:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Coober Pedy pays triple the state average for water but that could soon end

Coober Pedy residents are facing some of the highest water bills in South Australia, but changes in management of the water network by SA Water may reduce costs.

Feb 21 • 23:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government wants to change rules on water management of Belo Monte

The federal government of Brazil plans to change water management rules impacting the operation of the Belo Monte hydroelectric plant to enhance energy security.

Feb 21 • 18:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Salado Basin has grown, covering five provinces and millions of productive hectares are in danger

The Salado Basin in Argentina has expanded to cover 26 million hectares, endangering vast agricultural areas due to increased rainfall and inadequate water management efforts.

Feb 21 • 12:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Three reservoirs in Ceará exceed 90% capacity after this week's rains

Three reservoirs in the state of Ceará, Brazil have surpassed 90% of their water storage capacity due to recent heavy rains.

Feb 20 • 19:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alto Tietê System records stability after constant increases in volume

The Alto Tietê Water System in Brazil has shown stability in water volume after previous increases, with a slight rise of 0.5 percentage points recorded over a week.

Feb 20 • 15:18 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Water Management Control Based on the Water Law Act

The article discusses a promotional offer combining access to Polish and international journalism, including The New York Times, but lacks information on water management law specifics.

Feb 20 • 03:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Power Plant Released Six Million Cubic Meters of Water in Oulu – Authorities Take It Seriously, Investigating the Matter

A power plant in Oulu released six million cubic meters of water in one day due to accumulated snow, prompting concerns about environmental and public safety.

Feb 18 • 18:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Lestijärvi drilled an energy well in a groundwater area without a permit - citizens were denied the same

The municipality of Lestijärvi unlawfully drilled energy wells on a vital groundwater area without the necessary water management permit, while simultaneously requiring local citizens to obtain permits for similar work.

Feb 18 • 16:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

EU millions support green-blue infrastructure of cities

The article discusses the EU funding for green-blue infrastructure projects in various Polish cities aimed at improving water management and biodiversity.

Feb 18 • 14:10 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The giant water tank will help Jihlava mix water from Hubenov and Želivka

A new giant water tank in Jihlava is set to mix water from two sources, potentially improving water quality for the city.

Feb 18 • 13:03 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

From Patagonia, a lesson for Mexico about water

The article discusses a severe water crisis in Argentina's Patagonia region and its implications for water management in Mexico.

Feb 17 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Developments are flowing like water at EYATH - The CEO's bets on tariffs, Halkidiki, and dividends

The CEO of EYATH, Anthimos Amanatidis, is preparing new strategies for water management in Thessaloniki amid ongoing developments affecting water tariffs and services.

Feb 17 • 04:43 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Residents of Morocco's 'Kasr Al-Kabir' Return After Evacuation Due to Flooding

Residents of Kasr Al-Kabir in northern Morocco have begun returning to their homes after two weeks of evacuation due to flood risks and rising water levels in the Oued El Makhazn dam.

Feb 16 • 09:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: DA Concerned Gauteng Water-Shifting Is Rotating Demand, As Ministers Give Oversights and Meetings, but No Timelines and Timetables

The Democratic Alliance expresses concern over the Gauteng government's water crisis management, criticizing the lack of communication and schedules for water-shifting.

Feb 16 • 05:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

This is the delicate maneuver of emptying a dam: 'The golden rule is not to release more than flows in'

Cádiz is now releasing water from its reservoirs to ensure their integrity after a year of heavy rainfall.

Feb 16 • 04:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: African Union Summit Opens, As Continent Faces Conflict and Climate Extremes

The 2026 African Union Summit is opening in Addis Ababa, addressing significant challenges including conflict, climate extremes, and water resource management.

Feb 14 • 22:36 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

"Latvenergo" plans to build a reserve water bypass near the Pļaviņu hydropower plant

Latvenergo is set to construct a reserve water bypass at the Pļaviņu hydropower station to manage water levels during hydrological changes and enhance flood capacity.

Feb 14 • 06:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Showdown in the American west as Colorado River faces crucial deadline: ‘Mother nature isn’t going to bail us out’

Seven states are at an impasse over water cuts needed to address the crisis facing the Colorado River as a critical deadline approaches.

Feb 13 • 15:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Historic release in Montejaque (Málaga): the latest rains push an empty dam to the limit

The Caballeros dam in Montejaque, Málaga, has activated its spillways due to recent rains, easing concerns over potential overflow.

Feb 13 • 13:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Prolagos intensifies preparations for Carnival

Prolagos is enhancing its water and sewage systems in preparation for a tourist peak during the Carnival season in Brazil.

Feb 13 • 03:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sabesp strengthens water supply and sewage services in Baixada Santista for Carnival

Sabesp is enhancing water supply and sewage management services in Baixada Santista to accommodate the influx of tourists during Carnival 2026.

Feb 12 • 22:51 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

"Rīgas ūdens" agrees with the Nordic Investment Bank on the possibilities of receiving a loan up to 50 million euros

"Rīgas ūdens" has signed a contract with the Nordic Investment Bank for a loan limit of up to 50 million euros to support its investment programs.

Feb 12 • 16:04 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Rotoplas bets on comprehensive solutions in the face of water bankruptcy in Mexico

Rotoplas is evolving from a product manufacturer to a provider of comprehensive water solutions as Mexico faces a severe water scarcity crisis.

Feb 12 • 14:58 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Shettima Departs Abuja for AU Summit in Addis Ababa

Vice President Kashim Shettima is representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the African Union Summit focused on water management and sanitation in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Feb 12 • 14:48 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PHOTOS: Shettima departs Abuja for AU summit in Ethiopia

Vice President Kashim Shettima has left Abuja for the African Union Summit in Ethiopia to represent President Bola Tinubu.

Feb 12 • 14:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

AKTOR – SUEZ: Strategic alliance for water management

A strategic alliance focusing on water management services has been established between SUEZ INTERNATIONAL and AKTOR GROUP OF COMPANIES in Greece.

Feb 12 • 11:18 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Aktor - Suez MoU in Water Management

Aktor and French company Suez have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on water management projects in Greece, focusing particularly on drought mitigation.

Feb 12 • 05:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Justice suspends 7.48% increase in water and sewage tariffs in Petrópolis

The judiciary in Petrópolis has suspended a planned 7.48% increase in water and sewage tariffs, citing legal concerns and disproportionate inflation rates.

Feb 11 • 20:47 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

AKTOR – SUEZ: Strategic alliance for water management

A strategic partnership between SUEZ INTERNATIONAL and AKTOR ATE has been established for water management services in Greece.

Feb 11 • 18:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Western US gripped by extreme snow drought: ‘I’ve never seen a winter like this’

The western US is facing a record snow drought, significantly affecting water supplies and increasing fire risks in the region.

Feb 11 • 17:42 UTC

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