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European Industry Hit by Output Cuts Amid Low Water Levels

Prolonged low water levels caused by a heatwave have forced several European industries to reduce their production output due to shortages.

By 30 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET Updated 30 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET

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According to Euronews, prolonged low water levels have forced several European industries, including oil refining, nuclear power and chemicals, to reduce output. The reductions have been necessitated by shortages of raw materials and cooling water resulting from the ongoing heatwave affecting key waterways across the continent.

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