Thinking About a Mississippi River Cruise? There's One Big If.'
Briefly

Low water levels caused by droughts on the Mississippi River are restricting cruises, impacting dream trips for many, leading to delays and rerouted ships.
Climate change has worsened the Mississippi River's seasonal water level fluctuations, creating obstacles for operators with increasing droughts and floods.
Despite efforts to build new ships and improve infrastructure, the challenges posed by climate change, including droughts and floods, continue to affect Mississippi River cruises.
The Mississippi River holds historical significance from sustaining Indigenous cultures to being a crucial frontier for explorers, yet modern challenges like climate change disrupt cruise dreams.
Read at www.nytimes.com
[
|
]