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Weesp lock reopens to pleasure craft

The Weesp lock has reopened to boat traffic following a month-long closure caused by severe drought conditions. Recent rainfall has allowed the water board to resume normal operations, though the facility may close again if dry weather persists.

The lock at Weesp has reopened to pleasure craft following a month-long closure mandated by the Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board. The closure, initiated on August 13, was necessary to preserve fresh water levels for local nature reserves during a period of persistent drought. Recent rainfall has improved conditions sufficiently to allow boat traffic to resume through the area.

While the lock is operational again, officials warned that its availability remains subject to weather conditions. If another prolonged spell of hot and dry weather occurs, the water board may be forced to restrict access once more. Additionally, emergency pumps in Muiden that transferred fresh water from the Markermeer to the Vecht to protect the ecosystem have been deactivated. These pumps will remain in place as a standby measure should drought conditions return to the region.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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