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Sixth day of water crisis hits Tunbridge Wells

Thousands in Kent face a sixth day without safe drinking water after a treatment plant failure. Businesses report huge losses as a boil notice remains in force. Read the latest.

Tunbridge Wells water crisis enters sixth day

Thousands in Kent face a sixth day without safe tap water after a chemical fault. Residents told to boil water, as calls grow for army intervention and CEO resignation.

Boil Water Notice for 24,000 Homes in Kent

South East Water restores supply to Tunbridge Wells after five days, but issues a crucial boil water notice. Residents face ongoing disruption as company apologises.

Tunbridge Wells water crisis enters fifth day

Tunbridge Wells faces a fifth day without running water, affecting 24,000 people. MP demands CEO's resignation as schools close and residents struggle. Read the full story.

Thames Water Crisis: £1.1bn Funding Collapses

Exclusive: Thames Water's emergency funding plan collapses as shareholders refuse £1.1bn injection, raising fears of potential special administration and creating turmoil for UK's largest water supplier.

Sydney Paint Harvests Drinking Water From Air

Groundbreaking technology developed by University of Sydney researchers can extract litres of drinking water daily from atmospheric moisture using nothing but specialised paint.

Forever Chemicals Found in UK Drinking Water

Exclusive investigation uncovers concerning levels of toxic 'forever chemicals' in UK drinking water supplies, with regulators accused of withholding crucial safety data from the public.

UK Water Crisis: Forever Chemicals Force Urgent Action

England's drinking water regulator has been compelled to take immediate action after government scientists identified widespread risks from toxic PFAS chemicals in water supplies, raising serious health concerns nationwide.

Hampshire water crisis: Drought order sought

Southern Water declares 'precautionary drought order' for Hampshire and Isle of Wight as Met Office forecasts exceptionally dry conditions, raising concerns about water supply security.

Grandfather boiled alive in Marriott jacuzzi lawsuit

A California family is suing Marriott International after 69-year-old Terril Johnson suffered fatal third-degree burns when a jacuzzi thermostat failed, heating water to dangerously scalding temperatures at a Palm Springs resort.

The Dangers of Drinking Too Much Water

New research challenges conventional hydration wisdom, revealing how excessive water consumption can be dangerous and what the real signs of dehydration actually are.

Man suffers burns in boiling water London street attack

CCTV footage captures horrifying moment a man suffers severe burns after being targeted with scalding water in an unprovoked central London assault. Police hunt for suspect after victim hospitalised with serious injuries.

Police officer scarred in boiling oil attack

A Metropolitan Police officer suffers severe burns after being doused with boiling oil during a violent confrontation in London, sparking outrage and calls for justice.

Floating Wetlands: Australia's Water Pollution Solution

Australian scientists pioneer groundbreaking floating wetland technology that could transform water quality worldwide while saving billions in cleanup costs. Discover how these natural filters are combating pollution in rivers and lakes.

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