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2018-08-31 | |
发布年 | 2018 |
语种 | 英语 |
国家 | 英国 |
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正文(英文) | News story National Drought Group – Chairman’s Statement - AugustThe National Drought Group met on Wednesday 29 August 2018 ![]() The National Drought Group (NDG), chaired by the Environment Agency’s Chief Executive, brings together government departments, water companies, environmental groups and others to coordinate action to maintain water supplies and manage the other risks associated with drought. The NDG convened on Wednesday 29 August to assess the present situation and coordinate plans for the weeks ahead. The present situation and the prospectsRainfall across England over three months from May to July was 54% of the long-term average (LTA). Farmers, the environment and water companies faced considerable pressures caused by the rapid deterioration in water resources. At the end of July, a band of wet weather brought some respite as it moved across parts of the country. United Utilities called off a proposed hosepipe ban in early August but continued with applications for 4 drought permits, should they be needed later in the year. These have been approved by the Environment Agency. August has been unsettled with dry periods interrupted by wet weather. This has helped the situation. The Met Office’s 3 month outlook for September to November forecasts that above average temperatures and slightly lower than average rainfall are likely. As we move into autumn the Environment Agency, the water companies and the other members of the NDG will continue to work closely together to reduce the risk of water restrictions and balance the needs of the public, businesses and the environment. Action we are takingWater CompaniesWater companies have taken and will continue to take a range of actions to maintain water supplies for customers, including:
Environment AgencyThe Environment Agency has:
Other partnersDefra, the National Farmers’ Union, Canal & River Trust, the Angling Trust and other NDG members are working actively to manage down the risks and support the needs of water users and the environment. Advice to the publicAlthough we have received some rainfall during August, the overall outlook for the next 3 months remains drier than average. We encourage everyone to follow the advice of their water company and use water wisely. This will help protect the environment and the economy, and reduce the risk of further water restrictions. Next NDG meetingThe next meeting is scheduled for 20 September where we will focus on preparing for next summer as the drought may continue through the winter.
Published 31 August 2018
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来源平台 | gov.uk - environment agency |
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条目标识符 | http://119.78.100.173/C666/handle/2XK7JSWQ/105735 |
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