The drought is here to stay – here’s everything you need to know about it
The drought is here to stay – here’s everything you need to know about it
Caption: EXPLAINER: What does drought status mean and what extra powers does it give councils and water companies?
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A drought has been declared across much of England after the driest summer in half a century.
Rainfall levels in recent weeks have been at record lows which, coupled with searing heat, has depleted water levels at the country’s reservoirs and lakes.
Millions are already…