Half of England officially in ‘exceptionally serious’ drought
The UK Environment Agency has declared an official drought across seven regions in England following record-breaking heat and low rainfall. Officials warn that the situation is exceptionally serious and requires immediate water conservation efforts.
Why it matters
It underscores the growing impact of climate change on water security and infrastructure in developed nations.
Parched parkland at Greenwich in London, one of seven areas declared to be officially in drought by the Environment Agency. Parched parkland at Greenwich in London, one of seven areas declared to be officially in drought by the Environment Agency. Drought Half of England officially in ‘exceptionally serious’ drought Environment Agency names seven regions affected by unusually hot and dry weather and shortage of water
Prefer the Guardian on Google Half of England is officially in drought, with July set to be the driest on record after winter floods, the Environment Agency has said.
The “flash drought” developed quickly because of unusually low rainfall and high temperatures.
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