Severe drought declared in parts of southern England

• The country experienced its hottest summer on record in 2026, featuring several heatwaves.
• Severe drought has been declared across parts of England.
• The Environment Agency has asked people to use less water to preserve falling supplies.
• Water resources are under immense pressure due to the prolonged dry conditions.
• The drought is a result of the record-breaking heatwaves in the summer of 2026.