A water company in parts of Hampshire and Sussex is asking customers to use water wisely.
That’s according to Portsmouth Water bosses, who say in the first six months of this year, they’ve seen over 40% less rainfall compared to the long-term average, which they’ve measured since 1995.
Statement from Portsmouth Water "As parts of the country continue to experience the driest weather on record, we continue to strongly advise everyone to use water wisely. In the first six months of this year, Portsmouth Water customers have seen over 40% less rainfall compared to the long-term average which we have measured since 1995.
"Whilst our current groundwater levels are 2 metres below the long-term average, we aren't currently anticipating introducing water restrictions such as Temporary Use Bans (commonly known as hosepipe bans).
"As the dry weather continues, we continue to closely monitor the situation, and we ask customers to be as efficient as possible with their water use.
"Looking at the wider challenge, this year highlights more than ever the need to work together to save water. The Southeast as a whole is classified as a water stressed region. While hot weather brings this to the forefront, working together to improve water efficiency will continue to be important for us all as a result of climate change and a growing population."
The announcement comes as Southern Water are the latest company to impose a temporary hosepipe ban on customers in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight that will begin on Monday. South East Water's ban will start on Friday.
Appeal following serious collision on A22, Nutley
£1.4M for essential maintenance and repairs on heritage sites in Chichester
Have your say on the future of local government in West Sussex
Drop off fees at Gatwick increase say the RAC
Latest on Climate Emergency Action Plan for Chichester
Arun achieve nine Green Flag Awards
LISTEN: Harley-Davidsons convoy brings cheer to patients at St Wilfrid's Hospice in Bosham
Southern Water announce hosepipe ban, but not for all customers.
Success as STI rates fall in Portsmouth
Work starts on Montague Gardens in Worthing
On Air