Dry landscape with low water levels in a reservoir in southern England

Severe drought declared in parts of southern England amid low reservoir levels

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A severe drought has been declared in parts of southern England following a hot summer and below-average rainfall in September. Reservoir levels continue to decline, raising concerns about water availability in the affected regions.

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Originally published by bbc