Drought and hosepipe bans remain despite wettest week since early February

Drought and hosepipe bans remain despite wettest week since early February

Despite recent wet conditions, ‘further significant rainfall’ is needed before drought conditions can end, environment bosses warn

8 Sept, 10:45

Drought and hosepipe bans remain despite wettest week since early February

Parts of England and Wales have seen more rain than any other week since early February but are still in drought.

8 Sept, 01:05

Hosepipe bans and drought notices STILL enforced amid wettest week since February

Hosepipe bans remain in place for millions of Britons despite England experiencing its heaviest rainfall in seven months during the final days of August. Temporary hosepipe bans, formally known as temporary use bans, remain enforced across 10 water company areas, with providers reminding customers that the wetter, cooler conditions do not mean restrictions can be ignored. Approximately 30 million people across Eng…

8 Sept, 08:26