4 Aug, 12:24··

River Cruises Cancelled Due to Low Water

El País

A cruise for 120 Spanish tourists was cancelled. The low water levels on the Danube River caused the problem. Passengers traveled by bus instead of by boat.

The cruise was planned for the Danube River. The river was very low because of a drought. Many river cruises are affected by this situation. Cruises to Germany and Eastern Europe are also cancelled. Experts say this drought is unusual.

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Highlights

Danube Cruise Cancelled

A cruise for 120 Spanish tourists was cancelled because of low water.

Drought Causes Disruptions

The drought is causing river cruises to be cancelled.

Bus Replacement Used

Passengers are traveling by bus instead of the cruise ship.

Rhine Cruises Affected

Low water levels are also cancelling Rhine River cruises.

Unusual Low Water Levels

The low water is described as ‘extremely’ unusual.

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