Water bosses recalled by MPs over Christmas outages
South East Water chiefs face a fresh parliamentary grilling over December failures, as new outages leave 25,000 properties without water. MPs express deep scepticism over the company's handling.
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Major Water Incident in Kent and Sussex
Thousands remain without running water as South East Water blames Storm Goretti and power cuts. Bottled water stations are open as schools close and Ofwat investigates.
Major water main break leaves 100,000+ in El Paso dry
A catastrophic water main break in El Paso, Texas, has left more than 100,000 residents with little to no water. Officials warn it may take until midweek for normal service to resume. Read the latest.
El Paso Water Main Break Leaves 100,000+ Without Supply
A major water main break in El Paso, Texas, has left over 100,000 residents with little to no water. Officials have issued a boil notice and set up distribution centres. Read the latest updates.
Major water main break leaves over 100,000 El Paso residents dry
A critical water main failure in El Paso, Texas, has left more than 100,000 residents with little to no water. Officials warn repairs could take until midweek. Read the latest updates.
Major water incident in South East after cold snap
A major incident has been declared after cold weather caused leaks and bursts, leaving thousands in Kent and Sussex with low pressure or no water. Read the latest updates.
Major Incident: Water Crisis Hits Kent and Sussex
A major incident has been declared across Kent and Sussex after tens of thousands were left without water due to freezing weather and pipe bursts. Find out the latest on the disruption and response.
Water boss rates firm 8/10 after two-week outage
South East Water CEO Dave Hinton awarded his company an 8/10 for its response to a major outage that left 24,000 properties without drinking water for two weeks. Read the full story.
EPA Proposes Perchlorate Drinking Water Limit
The US EPA will propose a limit for perchlorate in drinking water, a chemical linked to thyroid issues. The agency says it's acting due to a court order, arguing the rule's cost outweighs its public health benefits. Read the full story.
Water bills to rise as Ofwat budget soars to £72m
Households face higher water bills as the budget for Ofwat, the soon-to-be-abolished regulator, jumps 28% to £72 million. Discover how this impacts you and the planned overhaul.
Hastings homes without water on Christmas Day
Hundreds in Hastings faced a dry Christmas after a burst pipe. Southern Water's infrastructure failures are condemned by local MP. Read the full story.
100 Families Without Water on Christmas Day
A burst water main left around 100 households in Sussex with no running water on Christmas Day. Southern Water set up emergency bottled water stations. Were you affected?
Couple's water usage war divides Guardian readers
Peter's obsession with cutting water bills leads to household conflict over showers and flushes. Guardian readers deliver their verdict on the domestic dispute.
Hastings Christmas water crisis after pipe burst
Southern Water warns Hastings residents could lose supply from Christmas Eve after a major pipe burst. Emergency bottled water is being delivered to vulnerable households.
Scottish Water kept E. coli reservoir open for a year
Scottish Water failed to shut a contaminated reservoir for nearly a year, posing a 'clear risk to public health'. Read the shocking details as bills are set to soar.
Water Boss: CEO Should Not Resign Over Kent Supply Crisis
South East Water director defends CEO as 24,000 Kent homes face a boil water notice. Calls for resignation 'misunderstand' wider industry challenges, says company. Read the latest.
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.
Massive Data Centres Strain Australia's Drinking Water
The explosive growth of data centres in Australia is consuming billions of litres of drinking water for cooling, sparking a national debate over resource allocation and sustainability.
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.
Water chaos in Tunbridge Wells after chemical mishap
Thousands in Kent face fourth day without water after South East Water adds wrong chemicals. Schools shut, elderly struggle, and MP demands CEO's resignation.
MP demands water boss resigns over Tunbridge Wells crisis
Thousands in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water. Lib Dem MP Mike Martin brands it an 'utter disgrace' and demands the CEO's resignation. Read the full story.
Europe's water reserves drying up due to climate change
Exclusive analysis reveals Europe's freshwater reserves are shrinking dramatically, with southern and central Europe hardest hit. Scientists warn of 'far-reaching' consequences for food security and water supplies.
Castle Water offers £1bn extra for Thames Water rescue
Castle Water proposes a £1bn larger cash injection than rivals to rescue debt-laden Thames Water and tackle its pollution crisis. Will this offer break the deadlock?
Construction worker's tap water warning goes viral
A construction worker's viral video reveals corroded UK water pipes, urging households to use filtration systems. Despite official safety ratings, the footage raises concerns.
Lake Tahoe water contaminated with feces - boil order issued
Emergency boil-water advisory issued for Lake Tahoe area after dangerous fecal bacteria detected in water supply, affecting thousands of homes and businesses.
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.
Thames Water faces £74m penalty in Ofwat crackdown
England's water regulator Ofwat imposes £88 million in penalties on Thames Water and other suppliers for missed targets, as the sector faces mounting debt and environmental challenges.
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.
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