Southern England has been hit by worsening drought conditions following prolonged periods without significant rainfall, prompting officials to declare a severe drought in affected areas. Water restrictions and conservation measures are expected to be tightened as reservoirs and rivers drop to critically low levels. Authorities are urging residents and businesses to reduce water usage to prevent further strain on supplies. The declaration comes as climate patterns continue to push regions across the UK toward drier-than-average conditions.
Severe drought was declared across parts of southern England after months of low rainfall.
