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Italy’s Po river runs low as drought threatens farms and water supplies

Italy’s Po River has fallen to historically low levels as the country endures its fourth heatwave of the summer, exposing wide stretches of dry riverbed near Pavia and raising fresh concerns over water supplies and farming across northern Italy.

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Remains of lost village uncovered as drought lowers reservoir levels in record-breaking heatwave

The hamlet was submerged to create a reservoir half a century ago

The Independent UK

UK wildfires hit record levels in July as drought and heatwave spark warnings

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Grape harvest in Hungary's Villány wine region down 30% due to drought

Winegrowers say this year's harvest in Hungary's southernmost wine region will be smaller as dry heat forces early ripening, cutting yields.

Euronews

Everything you can’t do in a heatwave as drought hits most of the UK

Water companies across the South of England and Wales have imposed hosepipe bans

The Independent UK

England recorded driest July in 190 years with just 6.5mm of rain as drought and water stress deepen

In July 2023, England faced its driest month in nearly two centuries, with record-low rainfall. The high temperatures and abundant sunshine led to increased water consumption, resulting in reduced reservoir levels and river flows. Water companies were compelled to impose usage restrictions. Additionally, farmers struggled with early harvesting and depleting…

The Times of India

Drought, water rationing and dry rivers: our water crisis is here

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Angela Rayner urges Londoners to stop washing their cars as drought grips the capital

Angela Rayner has urged Londoners to stop washing their cars altogether while water supplies are under pressure

Evening Standard

Decades of farm gains, inventories strengthen food system against 'super' El Nino

Near-record food inventories, improved farming technology and stronger exporters such as Brazil and Russia are expected to cushion the global food system from the impact of a powerful El Nino. Despite drought risks across Asia and Australia, better seeds, irrigation, forecasting and agricultural tools could limit shortages and price spikes.

The Economic Times

UK faces ‘worst food security crisis in decades’ due to repeated heatwaves

It comes as drought is declared in nearly three quarters of England

The Independent UK

UK Fire Chiefs Sound Alarm Over 'New Wildfire Era' as Britain Faces Growing Blaze Risk

Firefighters warn that Britain is entering a 'new wildfire era' due to prolonged drought and heatwaves, urging for better resources and preparation as wildfires become a frequent challenge.

International Business Times UK

Summer 2026 on course to be UK’s hottest on record, says Met Office – as it happened

Prediction comes amid warning of ‘extreme heat’ this week with temperatures of 38C possible

The Guardian - UK

France Imposes Water Restrictions Across 70% of Country as Europe's Drought Crisis Deepens

France imposes water restrictions as a severe drought affects 70% of the country, revealing Nazi shipwrecks in the Danube due to record low water levels amidst a European heatwave.

International Business Times UK

UK Heatwave Reaches Critical Point as Record Drought and Wildfires Add to Health Risk

The UK is experiencing its fifth heatwave this summer, with temperatures reaching 36°C, worsening drought conditions, and wildfires. Health alerts are in place, affecting millions across England.

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Euronews

What is the EU doing to tackle its growing water scarcity?

This summer's record heat has left 38 percent of Europe's land in drought. Overuse, mismanagement, and pollution have harmed lakes and rivers and worsened Europe’s water stress, prompting the EU to treat water scarcity as a major emergency.

The Economic Times

In 190 years, England witnesses driest month, now Britain usually known for its unpredictable wet weather faces third drought in five years

Britain is now ‌experiencing a ⁠flash drought ⁠caused by a combination of very low rainfall and higher temperatures. Rivers, reservoirs, and groundwater levels continue to decline ⁠while the continued hot and dry conditions are increasing the risk of wildfires, the government said.

Euronews

Europe battles the flames: Wildfire contained near Athens and evacuations in Spain

Much of Europe is bracing for yet another scorching heatwave following periods of record drought that have driven rivers to historic lows, ignited historic forest fires and contributed to thousands of deaths.

The Conversation

Can the searing European summer put climate action back on the agenda – or will disaster response take over?

Intense heat, unprecedented wildfires and savage droughts have hit Europe hard this northern summer. More than 25,000 people have died from the heat, while hundreds of thousands have been evacuated.

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The Guardian - UK

‘National priority’ to equip UK firefighters amid growing wildfire threat

Exclusive: FBU calls for more funding as ‘unprecedented summer’ puts rising demands on already stretched crews

Euronews

Drought forces water restrictions across nearly 70% of France, government says

A series of heatwaves over the past three months, compounded by drought, have broken temperature records, caused thousands of excess deaths, and fuelled massive wildfires.

Evening Standard

More than two-thirds of England in drought as heat alert issued for London

Temperatures remain high in the capital, with the mercury tipped to reach 35C on Thursday

The Economic Times

A ghost town disappeared beneath 60 feet of water after Hoover Dam was built; Lake Mead’s decline is bringing it back to life

A submerged ghost town named St. Thomas is reappearing as Lake Mead's water levels drop. This former Mormon settlement was flooded after the Hoover Dam's construction decades ago. Visitors can now walk through the revealed streets and building foundations of the old community. The town's reappearance highlights the severe drought…

Euronews

Drought declared in 'almost three-quarters' of England, UK government says

Britain was also facing its fifth heatwave of the 2026 summer that has seen multiple temperature records being broken.

The Economic Times

Almost three-quarters of England now in drought, UK government says

Nearly three-quarters of England is now experiencing drought conditions. This severe situation stems from prolonged dry weather and higher temperatures this year. Forty-five million people live in drought areas, and twenty-seven million face water use restrictions. Rivers and groundwater levels continue to decline, increasing wildfire risks. Heat has also impacted…

The Independent UK

Drought declared in nearly three-quarters of England as conditions worsen

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