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More Than Half of England Declared in Drought After Heatwaves

More than half of England has officially been declared in a state of drought by the Environment Agency following prolonged heatwaves and near-zero rainfall in July. This declaration impacts several regions across the country.

29 Jul, 11:43 — 29 Jul, 13:26
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BBCHigh2h ago

More than half of England officially in drought, Environment Agency says

Scorching temperatures and very low levels of rain have seen droughts declared across much of England.

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FTVery High43m ago

Half of England declared in drought after heatwaves

Second summer drought in two years is ‘exceptionally serious’, says Environment Agency

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The GuardianMostly Factual2h ago

Half of England officially in ‘exceptionally serious’ drought

Environment Agency names seven regions affected by unusually hot and dry weather and shortage of water 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. Continue reading...

By Pippa Neill

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The IndependentMostly Factual1h ago

Mapped: Half of England in drought as another heat warning issued

Seven areas across central, eastern and southern England have been declared as officially in drought

By Neve Dawson and Emily Beament

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual1h ago

Half of England declared in drought as July records near-zero rainfall

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By TOI World Desk

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual1h ago

UK government says more than half of England ‘officially in drought’

It follows what is set to be the driest July on record, with just seven percent of expected rainfall nationwide.

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