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flag England faces prolonged drought despite rainfall, impacting crops, wildlife, and ecosystems.

flag Groundwater and reservoir levels in England are declining despite recent rainfall, with officials warning that drought conditions will likely persist through autumn. flag Five regions are already in official drought, with more expected to follow. flag August rainfall was only 42% of the long-term average, and the summer was the hottest since 1884. flag The drought has led to lower crop yields, affected animal breeding, and harmed wetlands and river ecosystems. flag Experts say a wet autumn and winter will be needed to reverse the effects of seven months of below-average rainfall.

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