Britain is enacting the early stages of drought plans that involve careful use of water to protect supplies, the government said on Tuesday, after record temperatures.
So far, there are no plans for restrictions on water use, but regulators and water companies are working to manage water levels, including operating water transfer schemes to allow rivers to be artificially maintained, the Environment Agency said. (AND THE).
Farmers in areas facing prolonged dry weather will receive more assistance and water companies will develop potential drought plans, the agency added in a statement after a meeting of the National Drought Group, which includes policymakers, industry and environmental protection groups.
Temperatures in the UK last week reached 40°C for the first time, sparking fires that destroyed property in London and ignited dry grasslands as a heat wave rippled across Europe.
Nowhere in England is currently dry, and water companies are maintaining good reservoir storage for summer demand, EA added.
“Water companies have detailed plans to manage water resources for customers and the environment, and they are doing everything possible to minimize the need for any restrictions and ensure rivers keep flowing,” said Stuart Colville, policy director. industry body Water UK.
Source: CNN Brasil
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