Dryness forces Potsdam-Mittelmark to drastic water withdrawal ban!

Dryness forces Potsdam-Mittelmark to drastic water withdrawal ban!

In the district of Potsdam-Mittelmark, a strict ban was issued for the removal of water from rivers, lakes, canals and ponds. This general order came into force on July 1, 2025 and will be maintained by September 30, 2025. The decision is made against the background of an exceptional drought that endangers the water levels.

The main goal of these measures is the protection of water and water resources in the region. In particular, the sunken water levels in the rivers should be stabilized. According to the current reports of rbb24 and and [Potsdam-Mittelmark] (https://www.potsdam-mittelmark.de/de/aktuelles-veranstaltungen/allgemeumfuegung-wasser withdrawal-2025), irrigation measures from fountain and cisterns are fundamentally prohibited during the day between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Exceptions apply to watering small garden areas with the watering can and the watering of trees and shrubs on public areas with suction wagons.

background of drought

The dry period, which has been in last 2025, is part of a series of low rain. According to the German Weather Service, the period from February 1 to May 31, 2025 has been the dryest since the beginning of the weather records in 1881. In addition, the slightest precipitation has been recorded on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam in the first half of 2023 since the start of the records in 1893. These alarming data make it clear that not only the current situation is worrying, but that the long -term water resources are also threatened.

The drought monitor shows that the top floor was affected by drought in the spring of 2023 throughout Germany than in all years since 1950. These developments illustrate the urgency of effective measures for water management.

handling of water shortages

The Federal Environment Agency in its report addresses the multi -layered causes of water shortages in Germany, which range from climatic conditions to water quality to large -scale water withdrawals in agriculture. Persistent drought and the uncertainties of future water use require new approaches and strategies. The Wadklim research project proposes various solutions to optimize water management and improve adaptability to climate change. Federal Environment Agency emphasizes the need for political decision-makers to integrate these solutions into the decision-making processes.

So that water availability is guaranteed in the future, it is recommended to improve water retention and to promote water efficiency. An important step towards minimizing future usage conflicts could also be a location.

These measures are crucial to ensure that the water supply is sustainable for all user groups and better responsible for the natural ecosystems.