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Record Drought Leaves Lincolnshire with 400 Damaged Roads

9/6/2025

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Lincolnshire has over 400 damaged roads due to this summer's prolonged drought.
Dry weather weakened the soil, causing cracks and necessitating road closures for safety.
The Met Office reports summer 2025 as the warmest on record, with under 30% average rainfall in some areas.
Engineers are examining geological factors contributing to the damage.
Kilnsea Wetlands have dried up, affecting local wading bird populations.
Local authorities face high repair costs and need innovative engineering solutions.
Climate change is linked to these extreme weather patterns.

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Story summary

Lincolnshire has over 400 damaged roads due to this summer's prolonged drought.
Dry weather weakened the soil, causing cracks and necessitating road closures for safety.
The Met Office reports summer 2025 as the warmest on record, with under 30% average rainfall in some areas.
Engineers are examining geological factors contributing to the damage.
Kilnsea Wetlands have dried up, affecting local wading bird populations.
Local authorities face high repair costs and need innovative engineering solutions.
Climate change is linked to these extreme weather patterns.