Drought has been officially declared across some parts of England, including the East Midlands. The declaration comes after months of below-average rainfall which has left reservoirs and rivers running low across much of the country.
With Britain currently experiencing a heatwave and temperatures widely over 30C, the National Drought Group has declared large parts of England to be in drought. Hosepipe bans had already been introduced in some parts of the country.
Residents in the affected areas will be subject to restrictions on non-essential water use as a result of the drought declaration. Here’s what you need to know about the drought and what it means for you.
