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UK Faces Possible Hosepipe Bans Amid Dry Spells

5/1/2025

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The UK is bracing for possible hosepipe bans as March's rainfall plummeted to just 43% of the average. With experts sounding the alarm over ongoing dry spells, around 20 million people could face restrictions reminiscent of last year's crisis. In response, water companies are set to invest a staggering £104 billion in new reservoirs to secure future supplies.

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The UK is bracing for possible hosepipe bans as March's rainfall plummeted to just 43% of the average. With experts sounding the alarm over ongoing dry spells, around 20 million people could face restrictions reminiscent of last year's crisis. In response, water companies are set to invest a staggering £104 billion in new reservoirs to secure future supplies.