In the coming days, the process of ice formation and slush movement will continue on the rivers of Latvia, according to data from the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre (LEGMC), reports LETA.
Today, Latvia is experiencing a slight thaw, but in some places, a weak frost is possible, so ice formation will occur less intensively.
At the same time, during the night from Saturday to Sunday, the frost will intensify, leading to more active formation and strengthening of the ice cover.
During ice formation, the water level in certain sections of the rivers will fluctuate sharply.
During snowfalls, slush will form in the rivers.
Under the influence of these processes, ice and slush will continue to move in the Daugava River in the Pļaviņas Reservoir from the upper reaches of the river, which will lead to the shifting, compaction, and advancement of the ice cover in the upper reaches of the reservoir and upstream.
As a result, the water level in Zeltini will continue to rise, and an increase in the water level is also expected in Jēkabpils.
In other rivers, slush movement will also continue, and the ice edge (a thick, solid, stationary strip of ice along the shores) will strengthen.
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