UK Drought: Half of Country Hit by 'Exceptionally Severe' Conditions
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Wildfires are raging across southern Europe, forcing thousands to flee their homes. In cities unprepared for extreme heat, this summer's record temperatures have turned deadly. But the heat is also leaving a quieter, devastating mark.
In the United Kingdom, half of the country's land is now suffering from what officials call "exceptionally severe" drought. The dry conditions threaten crops, water supplies, and wildlife, adding a new crisis to Europe's sweltering summer.