Three-quarters of England in drought as summer’s fifth heatwave looms

5 verified updates • corroborated by 1 independent source • tracked since August 10, 2026

Part of ongoing coverage: Weather

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02:30 AM 1 source: The Guardian
UK temperatures could hit 36C as fifth heatwave of summer looms
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08:00 AM 1 source: The Guardian
Drought set to be declared in more parts of England ahead of possible 36C heat
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08:30 AM 1 source: The Guardian
Drought expected to be declared in more parts of England ahead of possible 36C heat
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12:00 PM 1 source: The Guardian
Almost three-quarters of England now in drought ahead of summer’s fifth heatwave
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01:00 PM 1 source: The Guardian
Three-quarters of England in drought as summer’s fifth heatwave looms