Europe’s summer drought threatens fish in rivers, lakes and farms
Summary
Europe is experiencing a severe summer drought that is reducing water levels in rivers, lakes, and fish farms. This dry and hot weather is threatening fish populations and harming the fishing industry in several countries, including Serbia, Hungary, Romania, and the Czech Republic.Key Facts
- Water levels have dropped drastically in the Danube River and other water bodies in northern Serbia.
- Fish are confined to very small, shallow ponds where high water temperatures over 30°C (86°F) endanger their survival.
- The drought and heat have damaged fish farms in multiple countries, causing millions of euros in losses.
- Hungary has about 99% of its land under severe or extreme drought conditions, impacting its large fish pond areas.
- Approximately 280 metric tons of fish died due to drying ponds in Hungary, with losses worth about $4.2 million.
- Fish farmers have had to move water between ponds and drain some ponds to save fish.
- Romania’s fish farms continue to suffer after severe droughts in previous years (2023 and 2024) compounding this year’s problems.
- Governments and businesses are considering ways to handle future extreme weather events linked to climate change.
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