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Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Ships are being stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, on June 18, 2024. It is being reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use, and water diversion departments, among other factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal is in a ''low water level'' state. (Photo by Costfoto/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#11342139
Date Taken	19 June 2024
Location	N/A
Photographer	Costfoto/NurPhoto
Category	Economy, Business and Finance
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Costfoto/NurPhoto

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