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Hosepipe ban for Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Southern Water said one million people are affected, as critically low river levels and a record heatwave strain supplies.
- Southern Water announced a Temporary Use Ban effective 00:01 on July 10, affecting one million residents across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight from using hosepipes for gardens, paddling pools, and car washing.
- Record-Breaking temperatures and England's warmest spring on record drove River Test levels to 25 per cent below normal; flows are significantly lower than predictive models anticipated.
- Since January, Southern Water repaired 2,840 leaks across the region, saving approximately 27 million litres of water daily through smart technology and drone detection methods.
- Residents are urged to swap hosepipes for watering cans or buckets, with exemptions available for those on the Priority Services Register or WaterSure scheme with health or mobility needs.
- This marks the second consecutive year of restrictions as Southern Water invests in long-term solutions, including a new reservoir, water transfer pipelines, and water recycling schemes to address recurring supply challenges.
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New UK hosepipe ban announced as 34C heatwave approaches
It's going to get hot once more
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