Rain’s finally coming, but it’s not enough to break the UK’s drought — hosepipe bans remain in place across swathes of the country, including Kent and Bath, as water supplies strain under dry land, parched wildlife, and decades-high demand. While forecasters hint at cooler weather ahead, the parched earth may turn sudden downpours into floods — a dangerous double whammy. Water companies are being called out for failing to curb leaks or manage resources wisely, and experts warn rivers won’t recover without weeks of consistent rain. Expect these restrictions to linger — the drought isn’t over, and neither is the pressure on your tap.

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