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Somerset reservoir half-empty as fifth heatwave hits : Two reservoirs in Somerset are now classed as having “exceptionally low” levels
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/gallery/somerset-reservoir-half-empty-fifth-11104458

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Devon standpipes warning as councillor raises drought fears: Devon councillor warns standpipes could become a risk if drought continues ...
exmouthjournal.co.uk/news/26692506.devon-standpipes-warning-councillor-raises-drought-fears/

Severe drought 'not seen for decades' declared across South West counties : Warnings have been issued for Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, East Sussex and West ...
devonlive.com/news/uk-world-news/severe-drought-not-seen-decades-11200276

Severe drought declared in six areas of England as reservoirs run low: Some reservoirs in south at critical levels as water companies call for extended ...
theguardian.com/environment/2026/oct/15/severe-drought-declared-six-areas-england-public-water-supplies-threat

Drought permit issued to help 'exceptionally low' Somerset reservoir level: 'Drought has not gone away with the arrival of autumn'
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/drought-permit-issued-help-exceptionally-11188736

Victorian Wimbleball Lake bridge revealed by continued low levels: The Bessom Bridge on Exmoor was flooded nearly 50 years ago when Wimbleball Reservoir was ...
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj2070wgle33o

Intriguing past of parched reservoir emerges : The levels are incredibly low after the summer's heatwaves
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/gallery/intriguing-past-parched-exmoor-reservoir-11170896

Wessex Water gives hosepipe ban update after heavy rain in Somerset : Many have wondered if the ban is still needed after recent downpours
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/wessex-water-gives-hosepipe-ban-11140202

Scenic spot loved by walkers and wildlife has an 'important' role: It's been operational since the 60s
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/gallery/scenic-somerset-walking-wildlife-spot-11125140

No plans to expand crucial Somerset reservoir near Exmoor: Clatworthy Reservoir has been a key source of water for much of Somerset since the early-1960s - but ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/26490056.no-plans-expand-crucial-somerset-reservoir-near-exmoor/

Met Office rain forecast for Somerset amid low water levels: Two of Somerset’s key reservoirs are now classed as having “exceptionally low” water levels
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/26408136.met-office-rain-forecast-somerset-amid-low-water-levels/

New figures put Somerset on alert over reservoir levels: New figures from the Environment Agency have caused concern regarding Somerset's reservoirs ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/26290483.new-figures-put-somerset-alert-reservoir-levels/

Hottest summer on record as Somerset reservoirs run dry: The persistent warm weather and resulting lack of rainfall has left water levels at Cheddar Reservoir ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/hottest-summer-record-somerset-reservoirs-10501799

Reservoirs less than half full across 12 sites in England - including Staffordshire
expressandstar.com/uk-news/2025/09/11/reservoirs-less-than-half-full-across-12-sites-in-england-including-staffordshire/

Second Cheddar Reservoir 'needed' to help meet water needs: A consultation has opened on a second Cheddar Reservoir to serve more than 100,000 people
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/second-cheddar-reservoir-needed-help-10474198

South West Water backing South West Lakes Trust competition: Over the past 25 years, the trust has grown to manage more than 50 lakes across Devon, Cornwall ...
exmouthjournal.co.uk/news/25194652.south-west-water-backing-south-west-lakes-trust-competition/

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