Water levels in Latvian rivers are currently on the rise, as reported by the Latvian Environmental, Geological and Meteorological Center. Meteorologists have noted that ice is melting along long stretches of river, causing rapid changes in water conditions. Many low-lying areas and floodplains are experiencing flooding as the rivers fill up with water. For instance, in the last 24 hours, fluctuations in water levels have been observed in the Daugava River near Jēkabpils due to ice movement, and the water level in the Pļaviņu reservoir near Zeļķi increased by 26 centimeters, marking a total increase of 134 centimeters since March 3rd.

Overall, water levels in the Daugava River Basin have risen by between 9 to 38 centimeters. In river sections where ice has moved, such as at the Aiviekste hydropower station and downstream of the Ogre, water levels have fluctuated significantly. The Gauja River has also seen increases in water levels ranging from 5 to 13 centimeters, with some areas experiencing sharp fluctuations in levels due to the breaking up of ice jams, particularly near Sigulda where the water level dropped by 107 centimeters after an ice jam was cleared. These developments highlight a critical shift in river conditions that could impact local communities and ecosystems.