The water supply in Vienna was secure even during the heat and drought. While the drought damage in agriculture across Austria is estimated at around one billion euros, in Vienna it is about two million euros thanks to the irrigation options. (translated)
Due to insufficient rainfall during the current rainy season, which is being exacerbated by the climate phenomenon El Niño, the Panama Canal is reducing the allowable ship passages from 36 to 32 per day to ensure the long-term water supply and sustainability of operations. (translated)
US security authorities warn of potential cyber attacks on Siemens controllers of the type Simatic S7, as these devices may have security vulnerabilities in critical infrastructures such as water supply and energy management, while there is currently no concrete evidence of attacks that have already occurred. (translated)
Due to prolonged drought in the western United States, water levels in the largest U.S. reservoirs, Lake Powell and Lake Mead, have fallen to a historic low, jeopardizing water supply and power generation for millions of people. (translated)
Due to persistent drought, the water level in the largest US reservoirs, Lake Powell and Lake Mead, has fallen to a record low, potentially threatening drinking water supply, electricity prices, and agriculture for millions of people. (translated)
The persistent drought in the western USA has led to a dramatic decrease in water levels in the two largest reservoirs, Lake Mead and Lake Powell, threatening drinking water supply, electricity generation, and agriculture for about 40 million people. (translated)
The groundwater supply in Lower Austria is tense, as water reserves have been decreasing for months due to two dry years and below-average rainfall, which leads many municipalities to struggle with water shortages and the fire department increasingly has to carry out water supply operations. (translated)
Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic threatens to redirect the Ibar River, which is crucial for the water supply of Kosovo and especially of Pristina, in response to the alleged mistreatment of Kosovo Serbs by the authorities in Pristina, particularly in connection with the controversial demolition of houses in Gazivode. (translated)
Despite the record heat and declining groundwater levels, the drinking water supply in Baden-Württemberg is currently secure, although there are regional differences and potential bottlenecks, particularly in higher areas like the Black Forest, while large cities like Stuttgart and Karlsruhe are well positioned. (translated)
Vermieter haftet für unbezahlte Wasserrechnungen seiner Mieter. In Kassel können Eigentümer selbst dann zur Kasse gebeten werden, wenn sie von den Rückständen nichts wussten. #Kassel #Vermieter #Mietrecht #Wasser Haftung: Ein früherer Eigentümer eines Mehrfamilienhauses soll 1066 Euro für unbezahlte Wasser und Abwassergebühren einer ehemaligen Mieterin übernehmen. Nach Angaben der Stadt Kassel ergibt sich diese gesamtschuldnerische Haftung aus den örtlichen Satzungen, nachdem eine Beitreibung beim eigentlichen Schuldner erfolglos geblieben ist. Risiko: Nach Angaben der Stadt kommt es jedes Jahr zu einer niedrigen dreistelligen Zahl vergleichbarer Fälle. Selbst bei längeren Zahlungsrückständen wird die Wasserversorgung in der Regel nicht eingestellt, stattdessen kann der Grundstückseigentümer herangezogen werden und muss anschließend versuchen, seine Forderung gegenüber dem früheren Mieter durchzusetzen. Für Vermieter entsteht damit ein finanzielles Risiko, das selbst bei direkter Abrechnung zwischen Mieter und Versorger letztlich beim Eigentümer landen kann. Vielen Dank für den wichtigen Hinweis! Quelle: HNA https://t.co/sDorp3T9a6 #Vermieter #Mietrecht #Kassel
In Saxony, in light of climate change and increasing drought, there is an intense discussion about the future water supply, as water levels in important rivers like the Elbe are decreasing, and the situation is being exacerbated by long-term precipitation shortages and the consequences of lignite mining, while the implementation of the program "Future Water for Saxony" with an investment requirement of 1.6 billion euros is at risk. (translated)
The extreme heatwaves in Austria, which lead to record temperatures and severe consequences for agriculture and water supply, highlight the urgent need for sustainable political measures against the impacts of the climate crisis, while the government remains largely inactive. (translated)
The German agricultural minister sees no urgent need for action despite the current drought and the farmers' demands for support, and emphasizes that the situation is being monitored, while farmers like Ralf Behring point to the increasingly problematic water supply and the challenges of climate change. (translated)
Due to the persistent drought and high temperatures in Germany, the Association of Cities and Municipalities is calling for a national effort to protect water resources and adapt to climate change in order to address the growing problems of water scarcity and heat that threaten the economy and the health of the population. (translated)
The German Association of Cities and Towns warns of an acute water crisis in Germany, as half of the counties are suffering from groundwater stress, and calls for a national effort for water supply and climate adaptation in order to treat water as a strategic resource and alleviate the financial burdens on municipalities. (translated)
In Serbia, a man lost his life after starting a fire in his village, while firefighters in the Balkans were battling severe forest fires due to a heat wave with temperatures of up to 44 degrees, which also threatened the water supply. (translated)
With the #populationgrowth and the impacts of #climatechange, the demands on our drinking water supply are also increasing. With the "Vienna Water 2050" strategy, we are systematically expanding funding, storage capacities, and the pipeline network. (translated)
Iranian hackers have carried out coordinated cyber attacks on municipal water supply systems in the USA, highlighting the vulnerability of physical infrastructures to digital attacks, while also raising alarming parallels for Germany. (translated)
Climate change has led to a significant increase in water consumption in Vienna, particularly during the heatwave in June, when the daily consumption rate temporarily exceeded 600,000 cubic meters, posing new challenges for water supply and the careful management of this precious resource. (translated)
Cyberattacks targeting water supply systems in several US states are linked to Iran and highlight the effects of Trump's war against Iran on the home front, as the president tries to downplay the incidents. (translated)
