Hungary’s centuries-old habit of draining wetlands for farms and cities is now backfiring as extreme heat and drought wreak havoc—lakes vanish, boats sink into cracked earth, the Danube hits record lows, and even nuclear plants face shutdowns. With 80% of natural wetlands gone thanks to drainage canals, climate change is hitting hard, threatening livelihoods, crops, and energy. Experts warn this isn’t just a dry summer—it’s a wake-up call forcing Hungary to reverse course, rebuild water retention systems, fix leaky pipes costing millions, and rethink how it manages its most vital resource before the next crisis hits.
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