More than half of England officially in drought, Environment Agency says
The drought declarations follow an exceptionally hot and dry period, which has hit rivers, crops and nature.
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"The hot and dry weather means we are currently using water faster than nature can replenish it."
— Helen Wakeham , Executive
"The warm and exceptionally dry conditions experienced across much of England over recent months are continuing to have a significant impact."
— Will Lang , Academic
"Farmers and growers have always had to contend with the weather, but what they are experiencing now is climate change in action."
— Paul Tompkins , Executive
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The drought declarations follow an exceptionally hot and dry period, which has hit rivers, crops and nature.
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