Drought3 hrs agoWhy London's dry ground will be slow to recover London's clay ground will need sustained rainfall over a substantial period to fully recover. 3 hrs ago17 hrs agoSwimmers told to avoid beauty spot as 'hidden hazards' revealed by drought and firesThe prolonged dry weather along with water being used to tackle wildfires causes low levels.17 hrs ago20 hrs agoThe race to stop England running out of waterWho is to blame for the summer drought, and can England future-proof its water supplies?20 hrs ago2 days agoIt is raining - so why is there a hosepipe ban?Bristol Water explain the reason why rainfall does not mean restrictions can be lifted.2 days ago2 days agoDrought causing burst pipes, warns Severn TrentThe recent hot weather has left the ground dry and unstable, causing greater movement in the soil 2 days ago2 days agoFarmer 'thrilled' with rainy Bank Holiday forecastRory Lay runs a beef, sheep, and arable farm and has been hoping for a downpour for weeks2 days ago3 days agoFrance relaxes strict cheese-making rules after prolonged droughtMakers of some of France's most famous cheeses get waivers on where herds graze due to the lack of grass.3 days ago3 days agoHistoric pond expected to recover naturallyA councillor advises against refilling ponds with mains water after drought conditions.3 days ago3 days agoWater company issues first hosepipe ban in decadesHalf of the UK's water companies - including Wessex Water and Thames Water - have now announced bans.3 days ago...
