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Wales Declares End to Drought After Record Rainfall

9/27/2025

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Drought status lifted in Wales after September rainfall, with rivers returning to normal levels (National Resources Wales, NRW).
Drought was declared in August after the driest period since 1976.
Recovery applies to south-east and north Wales; some English border areas remain in drought.
Rainfall levels exceeded long-term averages, up to 212% of normal.

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Story summary

Drought status lifted in Wales after September rainfall, with rivers returning to normal levels (National Resources Wales, NRW).
Drought was declared in August after the driest period since 1976.
Recovery applies to south-east and north Wales; some English border areas remain in drought.
Rainfall levels exceeded long-term averages, up to 212% of normal.