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When was the last big drought?
The story mentions Wessex Water's first hosepipe ban since 1976. This year was notable for one of the most severe droughts in modern British history, leading to widespread water shortages and significant government intervention. Comparing current conditions to 1976 underscores the seriousness of the present situation.
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