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THE RHINE AT KAUB — THE LOWEST WATER ON RECORD HOLDS

On the board · September 30, 2026 →
ACTIVE · September 30, 2026 · NO. 0930
THE DEFICIT

The Rhine at Kaub stays near the lowest level in records going back to 1880, below the mark barge operators use to set their loads. Freight costs are rising and chemical and steel shipments are restricted.

THE RECORD

31 turning points on record since Aug 7 — the 8 most recent shown.

Sep 30↑ firmed
Sep 29easing → active
Sep 28active → easing
Sep 27▽ slipped down the board
Sep 26▽ slipped down the board
Sep 25↑ moved up the board
Sep 24↑ moved up the board
Sep 23↑ reclassified water → drought
WHO IT TOUCHES
Maritime & portsRachel's swells on Mexico's south-west coast, Nolo across the north-western atolls, and a record-low Rhine.
Supply chainsCentral Thailand's industrial provinces in the crest's path, and a Rhine at a record low.
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING

The Rhine at Kaub has reached its lowest water levels on record, with readings dropping below zero for the first time in 170 years. This development is interrupting the movement of energy supplies and other goods along the river. Several communicators pointed to the unprecedented nature of these conditions as they unfolded.

AU@AugurInfinitySep 29The Rhine at Kaub hit a negative water level for the first time in 170 years of records.
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ST@staunovoSep 28Rhine River reached record low levels at Kaub, dropping below zero and disrupting shipping of energy and goods.
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