Is UK facing drought for second summer in a row?
The longest dry spell in over 30 years for central England raises concerns about drought and when it might rain.
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"Parts of the country, particularly in the east and south, have seen exceptionally low rainfall this spring and summer which could mean, another difficult and expensive harvest after extreme weather impacts in both 2024 and 2025."
— Paul Tompkins , Executive
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The longest dry spell in over 30 years for central England raises concerns about drought and when it might rain.
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