Head of Southern Water grilled by Webb as hosepipe ban introduced
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Water companies alreadyuse hoses to water gardens, wash cars and fill swimming pools. Forbids using. The ban affects millions of people in England and those who break the ban can face fines of up to £1,000.
Senior government sources say water utilities 'may need to take immediate action' and must also implement hose ban If it does, it will get the support of other ministers.
The source added: “This is the driest since 1976, so I think the public understands the need for action.”
They also said that each water company has its own “drought plan.”
Environment Secretary George Eustis wrote in The Sunday Telegraph that he urged more water companies to impose more bans. I'm here.
He said water companies have "taken appropriate action to mitigate the effects of this prolonged dry weather using the various tools available. Do the same for others."
It took place after holding an emergency meeting to move England into prolonged dry waters.
The UK faced a record-breaking summer last month, with temperatures surpassing 40 degrees Celsius in some areas, the hottest day ever recorded.
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Meteorologist Greg Dewhurst of the Meteorological Office said:
"Overall, August tends to be a wet month, so dry weather into August is rather unusual."
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Water company Southern Water has imposed temporary horsepipe bands on Hampshire and Isle. . Wight for the first time in 10 years.
Southern Water said the ban was being implemented to "immediately reduce" the demand on certain rivers, which are local water supplies.
A company spokesperson said:
"In fact, we are experiencing one of the driest years on record (the last 131 years).
"Currently, river flows are We are about 25% less than we should be.Therefore, we are asking you to limit your use to reduce the risk of further restrictions and interruptions to your water supply.
South East Water also announced that Kent and Sussex will face a hosepipe and sprinkler ban from 12th August.
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9 million Thames Water, the UK's largest London water operator with over 100,000 customers, is still under consideration. Hose ban and still haven't made a decision.
The company said that water levels in the reservoir are below normal at this time of year, so temporary restrictions may be necessary.
A company spokesperson said:
Environment Secretary Eustis wrote that everyone "can do their part" to save water.
He wrote: You can save a lot of water by installing a water-saving device in your toilet tank or checking your appliances for leaks. "
