South East Wales Officially in Drought as Reservoir Closures Spark Debate
South East Wales has been officially declared a drought area, following one of the driest six-month periods since 1976. The announcement by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on Thursday, August 14, 2025, comes amid growing concerns over dwindling river flows, record-low groundwater levels, and the potential impact on public water supplies, agriculture, and the environment.[1][2][3][4] The…
