A temporary hosepipe ban has been put in place for Essex & Suffolk Water customers after 'prolonged dry weather' and 'little to no rainfall'. The company said restrictions would officially begin at 01:00 BST on Monday, but asked households to limit their water use immediately to help conserve water.
Essex & Suffolk Water Imposes First Hosepipe Ban Since 1997
UKPulse News DeskA temporary hosepipe ban has been put in place for Essex & Suffolk Water customers after prolonged dry weather and little to no rainfall. The ban will officially begin at 01:00 BST on Monday.
- Essex & Suffolk Water customers face a temporary hosepipe ban due to prolonged dry weather and little to no rainfall.
- The ban will officially begin at 01:00 BST on Monday.
- Customers risk receiving a fine of up to £1,000 if they use their hosepipe to perform tasks such as filling up a swimming pool or watering their gardens.
Why this matters: The ban is in place to conserve water due to the prolonged dry weather and little to no rainfall in the region.
What this means for you: If you are an Essex & Suffolk Water customer, you are advised to limit your water use immediately to help conserve water and avoid a fine of up to £1,000.