Drought Declared in Parts of Wales Amid Record Dry Weather
A drought has been declared in parts of Wales following record dry weather and heatwaves, with July on course to be the driest in nearly 200 years. This declaration highlights the severe impact of prolonged arid conditions.
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Drought declared in parts of Wales as July on course to be driest in nearly 200 years
Government agency announces status in north Wales and Upper Severn after series of heatwaves and lack of rainfall Parts of Wales are now in drought and all other areas of the country are experiencing prolonged dry weather conditions, according to a government agency. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) said on Thursday that record-low river flows, back-to-back heatwaves and widespread wildfires have prompted the declaration of drought status in north Wales and the Upper Severn. Continue reading...
By Bethan McKernan Wales correspondent
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NRW, the Welsh Government’s environmental agency, said the decision to trigger drought status follows continued hot, dry weather over recent weeks
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