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Thames Water has declared a hosepipe ban impacting 16 million residents following an “exceptionally warm and dry spring.” Beginning Thursday, the use of hosepipes will be prohibited for activities such as watering gardens or allotments, washing vehicles, filling paddling or swimming pools, and cleaning windows.
The company reported that the region has experienced only 40% of its average rainfall this year, along with more days reaching or exceeding 34°C than ever previously recorded. Nevil Muncaster, the director of strategic water resources, emphasized the necessity of the ban, stating, “We would not be taking this step unless it was necessary to protect water supplies for everyone and the environment.”
This restriction applies to all customers receiving drinking water from Thames Water, which serves parts of Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Kent, Surrey, the Thames Valley, Greater London, and nearby areas. According to the company, water consumption currently exceeds typical levels by 10% in the Thames Valley and Home Counties and by 7% in London, equating to an additional 100 million litres used daily.
Muncaster further explained that recent heatwaves combined with a dry spring and summer have increased demand. While the water supply remains sufficient for essential needs, the company is urging customers to reduce non-essential outdoor water use to maintain adequate supply. He acknowledged the efforts of customers who have already cut back, saying, “Many customers have already reduced their water use and that support has made a difference. Thank you to everyone who has already changed their daily habits.” Thames Water’s teams are operating around the clock to ensure water distribution, repair leaks, and assist customers, with the situation being closely monitored to lift restrictions as soon as it is safe to do so
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