UK Faces Drought Concerns After Driest July on Record

England experienced its driest July in nearly two centuries, leading to official drought declarations across half of England and all of Wales and raising concerns about potential water shortages.

7 Aug, 09:00 — 7 Aug, 09:00

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The GuardianMostly Factual25d ago

Could the UK ever run out of water?

Last month in England was the driest July since records began almost two centuries ago. How concerned should we be? Half of England and all of Wales are officially in drought. But what does this mean and could the UK’s taps eventually run dry? Continue reading...

By Pippa Neill and Safeerah Ahmed

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UK Faces Drought Concerns After Driest July on Record

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Could the UK ever run out of water?

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