Mar 7 • 15:11 UTC 🇱🇻 Latvia LSM

Water levels in several rivers have risen by 1 to 2.6 meters since the beginning of the flood

Flooding in Latvia has caused significant rises in water levels in multiple rivers, particularly affecting tributaries of the Lielupe, Ventā, and Bārtā rivers.

In Latvia, recent flooding has resulted in a notable increase in the water levels of several rivers, particularly along the left bank tributaries of the Lielupe, as well as in the Ventā and Bārtā rivers. According to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre (LVĢMC), the ice is continuing to break up in the rivers and water runoff is still increasing, which is raising water levels not only in the western and central regions but also in Vidzeme and Latgale. This situation has led to flooded floodplains and low-lying areas, particularly in Kurzeme.

The snowpack levels in some regions, notably the Salaca basin, northern Kurzeme, Pierīga, and part of the Gauja basin, have significantly decreased. Conversely, considerable snow reserves remain in the upper Gauja, Daugava, and Lielupe basins, as well as in southern Kurzeme. The ongoing melting process and the forecasted weather suggest that while some small rivers in Kurzeme might see a decrease in water levels, the overall trend will be a rise in the central and eastern parts of the country.

Meteorologists forecast that the flood conditions will continue over the coming days, which is expected to lead to further increases in water levels across various water bodies. The situation is being closely monitored to assess the unfolding impacts and to provide timely updates regarding the safety and conditions of the affected areas as floods are gradually unfolding in the country's rivers.

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