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Europe’s dry riverbeds and scorched earth – in pictures
Severe drought and extreme heat across Europe have left riverbeds dry and landscapes scorched. Wildfires have spread across multiple countries as the continent endures an intense summer. Images show the stark impact on rivers, farmland and natural habitats, highlighting the growing consequences of climate-driven weather extremes affecting communities and ecosystems throughout the region.
‘We cannot magic up more water’: the supply problems putting housing targets in England at risk
Council leaders in England warn that water scarcity and crumbling infrastructure are threatening the government's housebuilding targets, particularly in the east and south-east. With half the country declared in serious drought for a second consecutive year, the Environment Agency warns of serious economic and environmental consequences, and local leaders say new homes cannot be built without adequate water supply.