117 result(s) for new heat record
New Heat Record in Budapest
- 1 Aug 2026 12:15 PM
- current affairs
The Budapest heat record was broken on Friday with 39.4 degrees Celsius measured at the Ujpest gauging station in the northern part of the capital, weather service HungaroMet said on Facebook.
Historic Full Shutdown for Hungary's Nuclear Plant - First in 42 Years
- 1 Aug 2026 11:55 AM
- current affairs
The Paks nuclear power plant will shut down completely for the first time in its 42-year history, likely within 24-72 hours, due to the Danube’s record-low water levels, the prime minister said on Thursday, 30 July.
Appeal in Hungary: Don't Wash Your Car or Water Your Lawn
- 31 Jul 2026 6:15 AM
- current affairs
Hungary's environment minister, László Gajdos, has urged all residents to avoid unnecessary water use over the coming days as extreme heat and drought place increasing pressure on the country's water supply system.
Hotel Ships Stranded on Hungarian Stretch of Danube Due to Low Water
- 29 Jul 2026 11:54 AM
- current affairs
Around 15 hotel ships are stranded on the Danube's Hungarian section, with most cargo vessels also halted due to record-low water levels, the Transport and Investment Ministry said.
Danube Hits Record Low in Budapest
- 29 Jul 2026 7:00 AM
- current affairs
The Danube river reached its lowest level ever recorded in Budapest this week, as prolonged dry weather continues to grip the whole country.
Updated: Highest-Level Heat Warning Issued Across Hungary
- 29 Jul 2026 6:33 AM
- health & wellness
The chief medical officer has declared a third-level heat alert for the entire country from midnight on Thursday until midnight on Tuesday, based on the latest forecast from weather service HungaroMet.
Update: World War II Shell Removed Near Margaret Bridge, Road Closures Lifted
- 24 Jul 2026 8:03 AM
- current affairs
The Hungarian Defence Forces' bomb disposal unit told MTI on Friday morning that a World War II shell casing exposed by low water levels at the central pillar of Margaret Bridge has been safely removed, and all road closures have been lifted.
Extreme Weather Brings Hungary's Harvest Weeks Early
- 7 Jul 2026 10:19 AM
- food & drink
Agriculture has always been a cornerstone of the Hungarian countryside, but this year’s summer harvest has laid bare the mounting challenges of climate change.
Balaton Boat Services Extended for Busy Summer Season
- 7 Jul 2026 9:22 AM
- getting around
Lake Balaton remains the quintessential summer escape for the international community in Hungary, and this season offers more reasons than ever to explore its waters.
New Heat Record in Budapest
- 1 Aug 2026 12:15 PM
- current affairs
The Budapest heat record was broken on Friday with 39.4 degrees Celsius measured at the Ujpest gauging station in the northern part of the capital, weather service HungaroMet said on Facebook.
Historic Full Shutdown for Hungary's Nuclear Plant - First in 42 Years
- 1 Aug 2026 11:55 AM
- current affairs
The Paks nuclear power plant will shut down completely for the first time in its 42-year history, likely within 24-72 hours, due to the Danube’s record-low water levels, the prime minister said on Thursday, 30 July.
Appeal in Hungary: Don't Wash Your Car or Water Your Lawn
- 31 Jul 2026 6:15 AM
- current affairs
Hungary's environment minister, László Gajdos, has urged all residents to avoid unnecessary water use over the coming days as extreme heat and drought place increasing pressure on the country's water supply system.
Hotel Ships Stranded on Hungarian Stretch of Danube Due to Low Water
- 29 Jul 2026 11:54 AM
- current affairs
Around 15 hotel ships are stranded on the Danube's Hungarian section, with most cargo vessels also halted due to record-low water levels, the Transport and Investment Ministry said.
Danube Hits Record Low in Budapest
- 29 Jul 2026 7:00 AM
- current affairs
The Danube river reached its lowest level ever recorded in Budapest this week, as prolonged dry weather continues to grip the whole country.
Updated: Highest-Level Heat Warning Issued Across Hungary
- 29 Jul 2026 6:33 AM
- health & wellness
The chief medical officer has declared a third-level heat alert for the entire country from midnight on Thursday until midnight on Tuesday, based on the latest forecast from weather service HungaroMet.
Update: World War II Shell Removed Near Margaret Bridge, Road Closures Lifted
- 24 Jul 2026 8:03 AM
- current affairs
The Hungarian Defence Forces' bomb disposal unit told MTI on Friday morning that a World War II shell casing exposed by low water levels at the central pillar of Margaret Bridge has been safely removed, and all road closures have been lifted.
Extreme Weather Brings Hungary's Harvest Weeks Early
- 7 Jul 2026 10:19 AM
- food & drink
Agriculture has always been a cornerstone of the Hungarian countryside, but this year’s summer harvest has laid bare the mounting challenges of climate change.
Balaton Boat Services Extended for Busy Summer Season
- 7 Jul 2026 9:22 AM
- getting around
Lake Balaton remains the quintessential summer escape for the international community in Hungary, and this season offers more reasons than ever to explore its waters.