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UK Drought Conditions Worsen in Yorkshire, Prompting Agency Action

  • The Environment Agency announced on Thursday that Yorkshire is officially in drought following the driest spring since 1893.
  • The drought results from prolonged dry weather and record-low rainfall, with May 2025 seeing just 17.1% of average rainfall.
  • Yorkshire Water reported reservoirs at 64.6% capacity, below the expected 80-85%, and has begun enacting a 4-stage drought plan including possible temporary usage bans.
  • Dave Kaye of Yorkshire Water stated that despite recent customer conservation and weather variability, reservoir stocks dropped by 0.86% last week amid a warm, dry forecast.
  • Authorities urge customers to reduce water use and prepare for restrictions if rainfall remains insufficient, while experts emphasize urgent adjustment to future climate-driven water stress.
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Yorkshire Water urges people to save water ahead of hot spell

With a very hot and dry spell forecast, Yorkshire Water is urging residents to curb water use.

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UK Drought Extends to Yorkshire as Reservoirs Dwindle Further

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