This summer, Britain may face hosepipe bans due to lack of new reservoirs, despite record-breaking wet weather.

Britain could face hosepipe bans this summer despite record-breaking wet weather due to lack of new reservoirs. Scientists warn that the UK is not storing its water properly, making it vulnerable to "all or nothing" rain patterns. Since the last three decades, no major reservoirs have been built, which leaves the country susceptible to flooding in winter and water shortages in summer.

April 01, 2024
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