Drought declared in Yorkshire after driest spring in 132 years
The Environment Agency announced the change in status after declining river flows and groundwater levels because of the dry weather.
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Water company fined £350,000 after pumping station incident and sewage discharge
Yorkshire Water has been fined £350,000 after one of its sewage pumping stations polluted a York watercourse.
Residents of West Yorkshire village told not to drink tap water
People in Baildon have been told to boil water before using it for drinking, cooking or toothbrushing.