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Hungary drained its waters for generations. Now drought is exposing the cost

Record-low water levels at Lake Velence have made boating difficult and closed swimming beaches, offering a stark view of Hungary's worsening water crisis.

Hungary drained its waters for generations. Now drought is exposing the cost

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Record-low water levels at Lake Velence have made boating difficult and closed swimming beaches, offering a stark view of Hungary's worsening water crisis.

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Record-low water levels at Lake Velence have made boating difficult and closed swimming beaches, offering a stark view of Hungary's worsening water crisis.

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