Drought declared in parts of Wales as July on course to be driest in nearly 200 years
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Natural Resources Wales has declared drought status in north Wales and the Upper Severn, citing record-low river flows, consecutive heatwaves, and widespread wildfires. The rest of Wales is experiencing prolonged dry weather. This announcement comes as July is projected to be the driest month in nearly 200 years, highlighting the severity of the ongoing heatwave and lack of rainfall.
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NRW announced drought in north Wales and Upper Severn.
The drought declaration was made on Thursday.
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Natural Resources Wales declared drought status in north Wales and the Upper Severn.
The Guardian- NRW announced drought in north Wales and Upper Severn.
- Decision follows back-to-back heatwaves and low river flows.
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Loaded language removed<p>Government agency announces status in north Wales and Upper Severn after series of heatwaves and lack of rainfall</p><p>Parts of Wales are now in drought and all other areas of the country are experiencing prolonged dry weather conditions, according to a government agency.</p><p>Natural Resources Wales (NRW) said on Thursday that record-low river flows, back-to-back heatwaves and widespread…
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Natural Resources Wales declared drought status in north Wales and the Upper Severn.
The GuardianRecord-low river flows, back-to-back heatwaves, and widespread wildfires prompted the drought declaration.
The GuardianAll other areas of Wales are experiencing prolonged dry weather conditions.
The GuardianThe drought declaration was made on Thursday.
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