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Oryahovo-Bechet ferry service between Bulgaria and Romania suspended over low river level

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Because of the critically low level of the River Danube, as of 26 July, 2022, the ferry service between Oryahovo, Bulgaria and Bechet, Romania is being suspended, the ferry complex has announced. The service will be resumed as soon as the river in the area reaches a level allowing for safe navigation. 



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