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Stone structure raises Danube water levels near Paks

A stone structure has raised water levels on the Danube near Paks, prompting plans to remove barges.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Aug 22, 2026, 5:23 AM UTC.

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The obstruction could disrupt river navigation and affect nearby waterway operations.

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Barges to be removed as stone structure raises Danube levels at Paks ↗budapesttimes.hu · Recorded source date: Aug 22, 2026, 5:16 AM UTC

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