River Rhine in southern Germany closed to shipping due to heavy rains and rising water levels.
River Rhine in southern Germany closed to shipping due to heavy rains raising water levels, affecting areas around Maxau and Mannheim. High water levels restrict vessel clearance under bridges and halt shipping to Switzerland. Northern sections of the river are operating normally. The Rhine serves as a crucial trade route for commodities like minerals, coal, oil products, grains, and animal feed.
June 03, 2024
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