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Sheffield experiences driest spring for 90 years – increasing threat of hosepipe ban

Sheffield experiences driest spring for 90 years – increasing threat of hosepipe ban

by Amelie White | May 14, 2025 | Environment, News, Top Story

Yorkshire Water water has launched its drought plans, with the threat of a future hosepipe ban after Sheffield experienced its driest spring in 90 years. The recent heatwave and high temperatures have caused a spike in water-usage with as much as 100 million litres of...
How dog flea powder and litter are threatening wildlife in Sheffield’s rivers

How dog flea powder and litter are threatening wildlife in Sheffield’s rivers

by Amy Robertson | Mar 24, 2025 | Environment, News, Top Story

Dog owners are being warned against letting their pets swim in Sheffield’s rivers, after research found that commonly-used flea treatment can be deadly to aquatic insects. Sheffield River Rangers and Rivelin Valley Conservation Group say there has not so far...

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