Since the beginning of summer this year, the entire country of Hungary has experienced continuous high temperatures and arid weather. The water level of the Danube River in the country has dropped drastically, and a stone known locally as the “Hunger Rock” has also been revealed. This statement originated in the 18th century. Locals discovered that every time this rock surfaced, it showed that a severe drought had occurred in the Danube River basin, causing a food crisis and causing famine. Furthermore, the drop in water levels has also led to insufficient waterway depth and a sharp narrowing of the river, which has had a huge impact on inland waterway freight and tourism.

Since the beginning of summer this year, the entire country of Hungary has experienced continuous high temperatures and arid weather. The water level of the Danube River in the country has dropped drastically, and a stone known locally as the “Hunger Rock” has also been revealed. This statement originated in the 18th century. Locals discovered that every time this rock surfaced, it showed that a severe drought had occurred in the Danube River basin, causing a food crisis and causing famine. Furthermore, the drop in water levels has also led to insufficient waterway depth and a sharp narrowing of the river, which has had a huge impact on inland waterway freight and tourism.