Drought Declared in Almost Three-Quarters of England
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The Story
The UK government declared drought conditions in 71.3% of England following the driest July on record. Nowhere in the UK reports normal water resources. The conditions are worsening, with a fifth heatwave forecast and scant rain. Twenty-seven million people face water restrictions.
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What they agree on
- The UK government declared drought conditions in almost three-quarters of England.
- England experienced its driest July on record.
- Water resource status is not normal anywhere in the UK.
- Conditions are described as worsening.
Where they split
- Some sources mention the number of people facing water restrictions, while others do not.
- Coverage varies on the extent to which Europe is also experiencing heatwaves and drought.
- Some articles focus on the implications for the UK's food system, while others do not.
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