Moldova and Ukraine have agreed on a temporary arrangement regarding the Nistru River amid a drought and declining water levels in the reservoir. The decision was made as a compromise, but the situation remains tense: both the water supply and the operation of the region's hydropower infrastructure will depend on future weather conditions.
The Moldovan government has extended the state of high alert in the energy and hydrological sectors for another 30 days, effective August 27
Moldova's Environment Ministry has clarified the hydrological situation on the Dniester, saying current water levels remain stable for now but warning that the balance is becoming harder to maintain as upstream reserves are rapidly shrinking. The issue is expected to be discussed at an upcoming bilateral commission meeting, while authorities are urging businesses, farmers and households to cut non-essential water use.
In recent days, the fuel reserve situation in Moldova has improved, and there are now enough gasoline reserves to cover 15 days of consumption and enough diesel fuel reserves to cover 8–9 days - the Ministry of Energy
The Moldovan government has declared a 30-day state of hydrological alert
Chisinau authorities state that there are currently no direct threats to the capital’s water supply; however, amid discussions about the hydrological situation in the Dniester River basin, they are stepping up monitoring and preparing preventive measures. In the near future, the municipality intends to obtain additional data from central authorities and verify the system’s readiness for possible changes in water usage patterns.
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