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Based on the Palmer Drought Index, 2021 began with 82.0 percent of the West experiencing moderate to extreme drought. The percentage dropped to 79.0 percent by the end of February, but shot up to 99.0 percent by the end of June 2021.
Mar 16, 2023 · Drought was declared in England and Wales last summer, leading to hosepipe bans, farmers losing crops and some wildlife dying. Rain in February was also in short supply in Wales and Northern...
Aug 30, 2022 · Millions of people are living in areas hit by drought, following one of the driest summers on record. Hosepipe bans are in place and households and businesses are being asked to use water wisely.
Aug 12, 2022 · A drought is officially declared in eight areas of southern, central and eastern England - including Devon and Cornwall, Kent, London and the East Midlands. It means water companies can begin...
Jul 19, 2021 · July 19, 2021. The current drought is worldwide. Here's how different places are fighting it. by Celina Tebor. The world is facing unprecedented levels of drought. In the U.S., nearly half the...
The GAR Special Report on Drought 2021 explores the systemic nature of drought and its impacts on achievement of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, the SDGs and human and ecosystems health and wellbeing.
Aug 12, 2022 · London CNN — Large swaths of England have officially descended into drought, authorities announced Friday, urging residents and businesses in affected areas to conserve water in the driest summer...
