From Stonehenge to the Serpentine - satellite images show impact of hot, dry summer
Summary
Satellite images show that the hot, dry summer in the UK has affected many areas, including historic sites, reservoirs, parks, and sports fields. Water levels in reservoirs are lower than usual, some places are officially in drought, and plant growth has been stressed by the lack of rain and heat.Key Facts
- Many parts of England and Wales are officially declared to be in drought due to very dry weather.
- Almost all reservoirs in England and Wales have below normal water levels; five reservoirs are exceptionally low.
- Reservoir storage in England is at 69%, lower than the long-term average of 82% but better than last year.
- Scotland has also had below-average rainfall in July, causing water scarcity warnings in some areas.
- The Open golf championship saw hard, dry fairways due to the weather; watering is limited to certain parts of golf courses during bans.
- Blue-green algae blooms, which can be harmful, closed London's Serpentine lake for swimming and affected other water bodies.
- Plants and grass in many areas, including around Stonehenge and Hyde Park, have turned brown but may recover with rain.
- Experts warn the hot, dry weather could cause problems for farming and agriculture.
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