Drought has been officially declared in Wales, with record low river levels, dry ground, and widespread fires. Natural Resources Wales says the conditions are also affecting wildlife, farming, and forests. This drought is heading towards the driest July in over 200 years in Wales, which will lead to closer monitoring of rivers and stronger advice on water conservation. Welsh water companies say reservoirs still have plenty of water, but this is a concern for the future of our water sources. Rhian Thomas from Natural Resources Wales said the effects of the recent dry weather are 'clearly visible'. Her team is closely monitoring river levels and weather forecasts. It's essential to understand the importance of every drop of water and use our water wisely, which is necessary for our rivers and wildlife. The hot and dry weather has caused several fires in Wales over the past few weeks, which were brought under control by specially trained fire crews and a helicopter team.