England's reservoirs continue to face serious strain due to the ongoing drought, which has worsened after September became the sixth consecutive month in 2026 with rainfall levels below the long-term average. The most significant reduction in precipitation has been recorded in the southern and central counties of the country, where water levels in reservoirs have fallen below seasonal norms. Meteorologists note that the combination of a dry winter, drought-ridden spring, and insufficient summer rainfall has led to an accumulation of moisture deficit in soil and surface water bodies. Despite occasional periods of rainfall throughout the year, the volume has proven insufficient to replenish reserves that have been depleted in previous months. Water supply companies in the region state that they are closely monitoring the situation and considering the possibility of introducing additional water-saving measures if the drought continues into the autumn months. Authorities are also urging the public and agricultural producers to use water resources more rationally. Climate experts link the increasing episodes of drought in England to broader changes in weather patterns observed in recent years. They warn that without a significant increase in rainfall in the coming months, reservoirs may not reach normal winter levels, which would create risks for water supply in 2027. The situation is causing concern among farmers in southern and central England, whose crops have already suffered from insufficient moisture during the growing season. Local authorities are considering the possibility of introducing water use restrictions if the situation deteriorates further.