Parts of the Rhine River in southern Germany remain closed to shipping due to increased water levels caused by heavy rain and melting snow. The closure, centered around Maxau and Speyer, has been in effect since Tuesday, impacting the transport of commodities such as minerals, coal, and oil products. While northern sections of the Rhine, including Duisburg, Cologne, and Mannheim, continue normal operations, vessels face restrictions in the southern region. Authorities anticipate a possible reopening of shipping through Maxau by Sunday as water levels in the south are falling. The Rhine, a vital shipping route, has faced disruptions from both high and low water levels in recent years.

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