London: The Environment Agency has officially declared seven areas of the United Kingdom (UK) to be affected by drought.
Record low rainfall and unusually high temperatures have raised alarm bells in England, where half of the country is facing severe drought.
According to foreign media, the Environment Agency has officially declared seven areas of the United Kingdom to be affected by drought, including the capital London.
According to the report, the extreme heat and continued lack of rainfall have increased pressure on rivers, reservoirs and agricultural areas.
Areas of the Thames Valley, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Devon, Cornwall, Wessex and the West Midlands have also been hit by drought.
According to experts, if the rains do not resume soon, water shortages could become more serious, while there is a risk of profound impacts on agriculture, the environment and urban life.
