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UK Water Crisis Looms: Reservoirs at 56% Capacity
10/25/2025
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Story summary
- The United Kingdom faces a potential drinking water crisis as seven months in 2025 leave reservoirs at 56.1% capacity.
- By 2050, England may face a daily shortfall of five billion liters.
- The government is investing over £104 billion to fix leaks and build reservoirs.
- In Cyprus, reservoir levels have fallen to 11.1% capacity, while authorities are expanding desalination capacity and reducing water loss.
