The drought is over – the recent heavy rains over the last few weeks means some lakes are even now above the seasonal average – such as Lake Lucerne – and ground water is now back at normal levels.
The late rains have made up for the lack of snow this season – although that’s no comfort for ski resorts.
Federal Office of the Environment says recent heavy rains in the Bernese Oberland have helped.
More rain is expected this week.
Anger at Swiss president reaction to VPs speech
A reaction to the speech by US Vice-President, JD Vance, is putting the Swiss president, Karin Keller Sutter under pressure.
Passengers evacuated in Gotthard Tunnel
A train breakdown in the Gotthard Base Tunnel meant passengers had to be led to safety through an emergency link between the two bores.
Govt open to more lanes on autoroutes
Following the rejection of large scale autoroute widening by voters – the government says it’s open to the idea of using more emergency lanes to alleviate bottle necks at peak times.
Possible new dam on the Rhone
There could be a new dam built on the Rhone.
Restaurants should display health test results
A national parliamentarian is calling for a change in the health laws that means restaurants and shops which fail a health test are made public.
Geneva asks parents about school holidays
Canton Geneva has issued a questionnaire to parents about their attitude to the current school holidays.
