Drought declared for eight areas of England after driest year since 1976

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Droughts have been declared in several parts of England as high temperatures continue to fry the country. Parts of southwest, southern and central England and east of England are affected. Restrictions will be placed on domestic and commercial water use for residents in those areas.

2 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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Times of India

UK declares drought in parts of England amid heatwave

UK News: The UK government on Friday officially declared a drought in several parts of England, following months of record low rainfall and unprecedented tempe

2 months ago·Mumbai, India

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Reuters

UK declares drought in parts of England amid heatwave

Britain officially declared a drought in parts of England on Friday as households faced new water usage restrictions during a period of prolonged hot and dry weather that has already severely tested the nation's infrastructure.

2 months ago·United Kingdom

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The Guardian

Drought declared across eight areas of England

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2 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Hindu

U.K. government officially declares drought in parts of England

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The Independent

Drought declared for parts of England after driest summer for 50 years

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2 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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NDTV

Drought Officially Declared In Several Parts Of England

The British government said on Friday that parts of southern, central and eastern England had officially moved into drought status after a prolonged period of hot and dry weather.

2 months ago·New Delhi, India

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