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On July 28, 2026, Viking Ullur ran aground near Vidin on the Danube River due to extremely low water levels. All 186 passengers and 52 crew were safely evacuated and continued their journey in Bucharest.

Historic low water levels on the Danube and Rhine rivers disrupted several European river cruises in summer 2026. Operators implemented ship swaps, missed stops, and early disembarkations to manage river conditions.

WestJet has cancelled 81 flights across Canada in anticipation of a flight attendant strike. The strike deadline is August 2, 2026. The airline urges passengers to check flight status.