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Prep news · Environment Agency · 20 October 2026

Water company bosses update National Drought Group on resilience

Summary by the Civilian Survival Handbook, 3 November 2026. The headline above is the source's own.

What happened

The Environment Agency said water companies have been ordered to protect customer supplies as severe drought continues in parts of England, and updated the National Drought Group on resilience.

What it means for you: Use water carefully, follow any local restrictions from your water company, and check official updates for your area.

Official source: Environment Agency: Water company bosses update National Drought Group on resilience

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