UK faces most severe drought in decades

Pars Today – With declining water reserves and forecasts for a dry winter, UK authorities have warned that stricter water usage restrictions may be necessary next year.

On average, England’s water reserves have dropped to 63%, with some reservoirs in the south falling below 30%. Experts have cautioned that without sustained rainfall during winter and spring, stricter water restrictions for households and businesses will be implemented.

Population growth, hotter summers, and the lack of new reservoirs have made water security fragile. Authorities and water supply companies are preparing to implement emergency measures beyond hosepipe bans to manage the potential crisis. /IRNA