Yorkshire declared in drought amid record dry spring

Yorkshire declared in drought amid record dry spring
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Yorkshire has officially entered drought, becoming the second region in England to do so after the driest spring in 132 years, The Guardian reported. Reservoir levels in the area have dropped to 62.3%, far below the seasonal average of 85.5%, prompting warnings of potential hosepipe bans if significant rainfall does not occur soon.

Yorkshire Water and the Environment Agency have begun implementing drought plans, urging the public to conserve water. The region’s dry conditions have already sparked wildfires on the Pennine moorland and led to crop concerns for farmers.

Navigation on canals and rivers is also affected, with restrictions in place on routes such as the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Met Office data confirms this spring was Yorkshire’s warmest since records began in 1884. Experts warn that climate change is driving more frequent and severe droughts, while the lack of new reservoir infrastructure adds to the long-term water management challenges.