50 years after the 1976 drought: assessing UK readiness for the next major water crisis
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Kevin Collins
Summary
The article examines the UK's 1976 drought—the worst in 200 years—which caused dried reservoirs, cracked land, and melted tarmac during 15 consecutive days of 32°C heat. It reflects on how the UK would cope with a similar drought today, noting that public trust in water companies is low, which could pose a significant challenge for managing water resources during a future crisis.
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For 15 consecutive days, temperatures hit 32°C in parts of the country.
What became known as the 'drought of the century' resulted in the UK's driest 16-month period for more than 200 years.
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