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Rhine River Low Flow Report
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Rhine at Basel hits record-low October flow since 2020.
On 16 October 2026, the Rhine at Basel-Kleinhüningen recorded exceptionally low discharge, consistent with the lowest monthly flows since 2020. Such low water levels raise transport costs, degrade water quality, and restrict cooling, water supply, and ecosystems along the river.
