News · 9 August 2026

Satellite images reveal dry weather harming plants in south-east England

The south-east landscape reveals the effects of an unprecedented dry period and extended high temperatures, with July 2026 marking England's driest in 190 years. Comparisons of satellite images from 2025 to 2026 show big differences in plant health across Kent, Sussex, and Surrey. Meteorologists at Wisley, Surrey, have recorded no rainfall for over 50 days, a station record.

By BriefTea Editorial · 9 August 2026 at 9:34

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