More than half of England officially in drought, agency says
The UK Environment Agency reports that over half of England is in drought, affecting rivers, crops, and millions of residents.
By Europa Express29 Jul 2026 · 16:30 CETUpdated 29 Jul 2026 · 16:30 CET
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⚡ EXECUTIVE DISPATCH BRIEFDeveloping · Climate
Core Briefing: More than half of England officially in drought, agency says
Strategic Context: The UK Environment Agency reports that over half of England is in drought, affecting rivers, crops, and millions of residents.
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According to Euronews, more than half of England is now officially in drought, the UK Environment Agency has announced. Officials report that rivers are running low and farmers are being forced to harvest their crops early.
The agency also noted that the risk of wildfires is increasing and millions of people are currently living under restrictions on water use.