Event Brief
Oct 15, 2026 at 10:06 AM ET
Severe drought declared in parts of southern England
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
A severe drought has been declared in parts of southern England. Reservoir levels continue to fall after the country’s hottest summer on record in 2026, which included several heatwaves, and lower-than-normal rainfall in September.
WHO: The body that declared the drought is not identified.
WHAT: A severe drought was declared in parts of southern England.
WHEN: Reported Oct 15, 2026 at 9:55 AM ET
WHERE: Southern England, United Kingdom
WHY: Reservoir levels continue to drop after a hot summer and less September rain than normal.
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