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England’s farmers battle drought as river flows fall ‘perilously’ low
Farmers in England are warning that an intensifying drought affecting several regions is having a devastating impact on their ability to produce food, while “perilously low” water levels are ...
More of England likely to be declared in drought
The National Drought Group meets on Tuesday morning after another hot, dry spell.
Thames Water imposes hosepipe ban as historic drought hits England
Britain's Thames Water announced a temporary "hosepipe ban" on Monday, aimed at cutting water usage across large parts of ...
Environment Agency declares UK drought as millions hit with hosepipe bans
The Environment Agency has noted "we will likely experience more frequent and severe droughts in the future due to our ...
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Drought expands in England amid warnings of food supply risks
Large parts of England are now officially in drought, intensifying concerns about the impact of extreme weather on the ...
Households in England urged to save their old bath water this week
Households in England are being urged to save their old bath water this week to water garden plants.
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West Midlands declared 'in drought' and people urged to 'consider their water use' amidst heatwave and hosepipe bans in parts of the country
The National Drought Group (NDG) made the announcement today as dry weather continued to impact water resources across ...
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West Midlands drought: What the weather status means and how it will affect you, including possible hosepipe bans
A drought has been declared in the West Midlands as England experiences the driest summer since 1976. Here's a look at what ...
Will there be a drought where I live?
In England, the North West, Yorkshire, East Midlands and West Midlands are in drought, the Environment Agency says, as shown ...