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WorldUK flood taskforce launched to protect 6.3 million homes
The UK government has set up a flood taskforce to coordinate preparations for an unusually wet winter. Around 6.3 million homes and businesses in England remain at risk, while Defra has pledged at least £10.5 billion in funding through 2036. The first meeting brings together national agencies and local leaders to plan protective actions.
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WorldHarrow residents face river pollution from misconnected home plumbing
An audit of the River Brent found 44 polluting outfalls in 22.4 km, while the River Wandle had nine active leaks. City Hall has hired a full‑time officer to pursue misconnected household drains, a problem that can affect whole blocks of flats in Harrow.
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Local News · HarrowDead animals found in Brentford canal amid sewage fears
Dead animals, including foxes, ducks, and a cat, have been discovered in the Brentford canal network this summer. Residents and watersports charities are raising alarms about sewage entering the water, exacerbated by hot weather and stagnant conditions. Investigations are underway by Hounslow Council, Thames Water, and the Environment Agency.
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WorldLondon Drought Declared Amid Heatwave and Fires
London and six other regions are officially in drought, the Environment Agency announced. Temperatures reached 34.4°C in Heathrow during the heatwave, with two grass fires burning in Romford impacting local traffic and properties.
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