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Drought - Wales - Just how fast water supplies are running out in South-East Wales is
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Drought - Wales - Just how fast water supplies are running out in South-East Wales is
Drought - Wales - Just how fast water supplies are running out in South-East Wales is shown in this aerial picture taken at the Brecon reservoir, north of Merthyr, which has 14 weeks supply left. The reservoir is now less than half full - The Merthyr - Brecon road can be seen on the left of the picture.
25th August 1976
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Wales
Media ID 21748537
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This aerial print captures the harsh reality of a severe drought in South-East Wales during the scorching summer of 1976. The image showcases the alarming speed at which water supplies are depleting, as evidenced by the Brecon reservoir located north of Merthyr. With only 14 weeks' worth of supply remaining, this once abundant source is now less than half full. The photograph highlights the desperate situation faced by communities grappling with extreme heat and dry conditions. The barren landscape serves as a stark reminder of nature's vulnerability when confronted with prolonged periods without rainfall. As viewers gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, they cannot help but ponder on the fragility and preciousness of our most essential resource - water. In addition to its powerful message about environmental challenges, this picture also offers glimpses into life during the 20th century. The presence of the Merthyr-Brecon road on the left side adds a touch of human activity amidst an otherwise desolate scene. It invites contemplation about how society coped with such adversity decades ago and prompts reflection on our own responsibility to conserve resources for future generations. This thought-provoking print from Mirrorpix's Memory Lane collection transports us back to an era where climate change was already making its mark, urging us all to take action against potential crises that lie ahead.
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