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Wildfires in Spain July 2026 Credit - Unidad Militar de EmergenciasThe World Weather Attribution service, which specialises in rapid attribution studies on the relationship between extreme weather events and climate change, is warning that climate change is increasing the likelihood of compounding drivers of severe wildfire conditions in France and Spain.

Published in Water Issues
Wednesday, 29 July 2026 17:07

Drought declared in half of England

DEFRA ADDRESS PLATEHalf of England has been declared in drought by the Environment Agency - seven areas of the countare ry now officially in drought after record low rainfall and exceptionally high temperatures.

Published in Water Issues

DROUGHT - PRIMROSE HILL LONDON 10 AUGUST 2022The National Drought Group is stepping up its response after the third heatwave as parts of southern, central, and eastern England move closer to drought status.

Published in Water Issues

SUNRISE ON SEAAs the UK enters its third heatwave of the year with a prolonged spell of hot and dry weather, the Met Office is warning that a long-lasting UK marine heatwave is likely to reach extreme levels this week.

Published in Water Issues

ANGLIAN WATER LOVE EVERY DROP VAN SIGNAGEAs the UK experiences the warmest June temperatures on record, Anglian Water is urging customers to use less water wherever they can.

Published in Company News

GARDEN SPRINKLER New research by Thames Water reveals that while the UK has experienced drought, the hottest summer on record in 2025, and record-breaking temperatures last month it has not led to reduced water use.

Published in Company News

SOMERSET LEVELS Artificial Drainage rivers through farmland fields in low lying wetlandThe Government has announced a new £50 million government investment which will help Somerset’s homes, farms and businesses better withstand the growing threat of flooding.

WMO EL NINO Global Seasonal Climate Update - Jul-Aug 2026 - temperatureThe World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is warning countries across the world that an El Niño extreme weather event is set to arrive in the coming months with 90% certainty.

Published in Water Issues

PORTSMOUTH WATER DRAFT DROUGHT PLAN 2027Portsmouth Water has launched a public consultation, asking customers and stakeholders to comment on its plans to manage future droughts.

Published in Company News

CCC REPORT A WELL ADAPTED UK REPORT MAY 2026The Climate Change Committee (CCC) is warning in a new report published today that the British way of life is under threat from heat, flooding and drought - and that the UK was built for a climate that no longer exists today.

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