Nothing says 'we've got this' like banning hosepipes while the reservoirs do their best impression of a paddling pool.
Wessex Water announces hosepipe ban across our region
Wessex Water has announced a hosepipe ban across its region, citing low water levels despite recent rainfall. The ban, effective immediately, restricts use of hosepipes for watering gardens, washing cars, and filling paddling pools. Critics question the timing, as the area has seen significant rain in recent weeks, but the company insists the ban is necessary to safeguard supplies.
Source: Wessex Water announces hosepipe ban across our region — ITVX
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