Lielupe Basin Reveals Its Inner Olympic Swimmer - Water Level Rising Faster Than Riga Real Estate Prices
Lielupe decides to prove that even a river can be active and athletic, rising by two and a half meters per month.
While Riga residents struggle to understand why their apartment prices are rising so slowly, the Lielupe basin is demonstrating a true Liepāja character example - if you're going to do something, do it properly. In Bērze near Līvbērze, the water level has risen by two and a half meters since late February, which is as inspiring a performance as Liepāja's hockey team's winning streak.
Local hydrologist Jānis Ūdenslīmenis comments: "Lielupe is simply showing that something dynamic can happen on our side too. While the Daugava lies around like a lazy bum, our rivers work like true Liepāja residents - without unnecessary noise, but with results."
Admittedly, experts warn that ice breakup will be difficult this spring because the ice is thick. But what isn't thick in Liepāja in winter? Even the local coffee creamers are thicker than Riga's air on smoggy days. Moreover, if ice causes traffic jams, it will be the first time Liepāja has traffic jams not related to tram schedules.
In the coming week, meteorologists promise dry weather and temperatures above +10 degrees, which will be perceived as real summer in Liepāja. "Finally we can take off our winter coats and switch to autumn clothing," rejoices local resident Ausma, walking past Jūrmala Park and wondering whether a swimsuit will be needed there this year.
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