Current drought worst since 2003 and no end in sight, say meteorologists

The current drought in the Czech Republic is the worst in 12 years, according to the Czech Hydro-Meteorological Institute. Streams and underground waters have been affected and the situation is likely to get even worse in view of the fact that heavy rains are not forecast for the near future, meteorologist Jan Daňhelka said on Tuesday. All parts of the country have been similarly affected by the drought, though the situation is worst in South Moravia and Polabí in Central Bohemia, he said.

Author: Ian Willoughby