Southern Water announce hosepipe ban for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight

Southern Water have announced a hosepipe ban for parts of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight following a rise in temperatures across the country.

The water company have said that a hosepipe ban will be enforced from 9am Monday morning, but have further advised costumers to reduce their water usage now, in order to prevent further restrictions in the future.

A spokesperson for Southern Water said:

"Hosepipe restrictions will be in place across Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight from 9am on Monday 21 July.

"We recognise that customers with medical needs may still need to use a hosepipe. Customers on our Priority Services Register with medical or mobility needs, including Blue Badge holders and those on our WaterSure tariff, are exempt. Anything you can do to reduce or avoid hosepipe use would be greatly appreciated.

"The Environment Agency has declared the Solent and South Downs in ‘prolonged dry weather’. We need to work together to protect precious chalk streams and keep taps flowing."

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