Extreme heatwave and drought conditions in England
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Met Office, UK Health Security Agency, Environment Agency
England, UK
August 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 28/11/2026, 4:51:00 PM
Met Office issued amber heat warnings across England. Drought declared in multiple regions due to record-breaking dry July. Wildfires and water supply disruptions reported in various areas.
- Earlier version 18/11/2026, 3:11:03 PM
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