Aerial video shows reservoir levels in the north of England and the east Midlands well below average for the time of year.
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Prolonged dry weather has caused a ‘nationally significant’ water shortfall, leaving some areas of the country facing extreme drought conditions
Experts discuss plans to save water as dry conditions worsen across England ► https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/aug/12/experts-discuss-plans-save-water-dry-conditions-worsen-across-england-national-drought-group
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