The British government declared a state of drought in much of England this Friday (12). The measure may imply restrictions on water consumption in 8 regions of the country: areas of London are included.
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The action, imposed for the first time since 2018, comes amid a heat wave in the United Kingdom, which has been spreading across the territory for almost a month.
Scientists guarantee that these heat waves will multiply and last longer due to global warming.
The UK experienced the driest July on record in certain regions and the driest first half of the year since 1976.
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The British government was keen to emphasize that essential water supply for families is not at risksystem. (The Guardian*)
With information from AFP.
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