Met Office Issues Rain Update For South Of England After Scorching August Dry Spell

The heavens may well open soon. But only time will tell.

Parents editor at HuffPost UK

It’s been the driest July on record, resulting in the whole of Wales and more than two-thirds of England being declared in drought.

We’re in the midst of a fifth heatwave, with temperatures set to reach highs of 37C today, and there’s not been a substantial drop of rain for weeks.

Ponds and lakes have dried up. Grass, plants and trees are dying. Wildfire risk is extremely high. Crops are fried. Wildlife is struggling.

So, the question on........

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