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  1. Hampshire and Essex counties are grappling with critical water scarcity issues compounded by development pressures and severe environmental warnings.

A drought declaration has been made, impacting regional water management in Essex, accompanied by weather warnings from the Met Office.

3 reports, 2 independent Updated Aug 26
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A drought declaration has been made, impacting regional water management in Essex, accompanied by weather warnings from the Met Office.

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  1. A water company is managing the water supply in Essex.Sub-event
  2. Drought conditions continue to affect Essex, with light rain forecast for Aug 19.1 source
  3. Drought declaration impacts regional water management in Essex, with Met Office warnings.1 source

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