The Latest Breaking News from England

'Moment of urgency' for London as climate change threatens capital's treasured parks

Royal Parks chief warns of ‘moment of urgency’ following driest July on record and consecutive heatwaves

Evening Standard · Aug 11

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.

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Heat health alerts coming into force as UK braces for fifth heatwave

Highs of 29C in Cardiff, 28C in Manchester and 25C in London are expected before temperatures soar to the mid-30s in some areas.

Evening Standard · Aug 10

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

Evening Standard · Aug 10

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.

Euronews · Aug 10

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 Economic Times · Aug 10

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

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The Independent UK · Aug 10

Three-quarters of England in drought as summer’s fifth heatwave looms

Four more regions given drought status, putting 27 million people under restrictions on water use

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10

UK firefighters battle huge blaze that tore through homes as residents told to ‘stay away’: Weather latest

Midlands Fire Service has said 14 fire engines remain at the scene

The Independent UK · Aug 10

Almost three-quarters of England in drought as conditions worsen in dry August

More areas of England have been moved into drought status as the country faces another heatwave.

Evening Standard · Aug 10