Core Points - The Environment Agency of the UK has declared the current water shortage situation in England as a "national significant event" [1] - Five regions in England are officially in drought, with six additional regions experiencing the driest first half of the year since 1976 [1] - Water levels in reservoirs have decreased by 2% in the past week, with the current average storage at 67.7%, compared to the historical average of 80.5% for the first week of August [1] - The return of dry weather in August and the onset of the fourth heatwave of the summer are increasing pressure on public water supply and navigation [1] - The National Farmers' Union has indicated that the water shortage is impacting the current growing season [1] - The chair of the National Drought Group has emphasized the significant impact of the current situation on the UK and urged everyone to conserve water to alleviate pressure on water resources [1] - The Environment Agency has warned that without urgent measures, England could face a daily shortfall of 5 billion liters in public water supply by 2055, with the entire economy facing a shortfall of 1 billion liters daily [1]
【环球财经】英格兰严重缺水已成“国家重大事件”
Xin Hua She·2025-08-12 13:43