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Drought and Fire in England
England is experiencing severe drought, with rivers drying up and more than half of the country declared in a state of drought. Meanwhile, firefighters battle wildfires in 40C heat in Gironde, France.
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BBC News
Firefighters are battling flare-ups in 40C heat, as some locals have refused to heed evacuations in the Gironde region.
2026-07-29 16:49 UTC
BBC News
Parks are parched and reservoirs diminished as drought is declared in more than half of England.
2026-07-29 16:56 UTC