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Drought declared in Yorkshire as water firms ordered to cut demand

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 9 Oct, 14:49 · Archive

A drought has been declared in Yorkshire, with water companies told to fix leaks and reduce demand.

A drought has been declared in Yorkshire. Water companies have been instructed to fix leaks and reduce demand as the region faces water shortages.

Recent rainfall has not been sufficient to replenish supplies that were used heavily over the spring and summer months. The declaration marks an escalation in water management efforts across the region.

Drought declared in Yorkshire as water firms ordered to cut demand
Image: Doncaster Free Press

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