Large parts of Czechia facing severe drought

After a brief reprieve, large parts of the country are once again suffering from severe drought, experts say. According to Intersucho, over 13 percent of the country is now affected by extreme soil drought (down to one meter deep), with projections indicating that this highest drought level could spread to half of Czech territory within a week. The three most severe drought levels are expected to impact more than 80 percent of the country. The rapid onset is attributed to high temperatures and minimal rainfall. While farmers report that the impact on agriculture is not yet as severe as in past years, lower yields are anticipated.