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.
Cornwall Storm Aftermath: Homes Still Without Essentials
Four days after Storm Goretti's 100mph winds battered Cornwall, thousands remain without power or water. An MP calls for a national emergency as recovery efforts continue.
30,000 homes without water in Kent and Sussex
A major incident is declared after 30,000 properties lose water supply. Schools close and hospitals go virtual as South East Water blames cold weather and Storm Goretti.
Kent water crisis: Major incident declared
Thousands in Kent face a new week without water as a major incident is declared. South East Water blames Storm Goretti for burst pipes and power cuts. Details on bottled water stations inside.
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.
Major incident as 30,000 homes face water shortages
Kent County Council declares a major incident as 30,000 properties experience water shortages. Storm Goretti, burst mains, and a power cut are to blame. Bottled water stations are open.
Major incident as 30,000 homes lack water in Kent & Sussex
A major incident is declared in Kent and Sussex as 30,000 homes face water shortages. Bottled water stations are open, but supplies may not return until Tuesday. Full details and impacted postcodes inside.
Clean Shower Scum Naturally: Vinegar & Clove Oil Hack
A London resident tested a TikTok cleaning hack using white vinegar and clove oil to tackle stubborn hard water marks and soap scum. Discover the effective, chemical-free results.
Natural Hack Beats Hard Water Stains Without Chemicals
A Londoner tests a viral cleaning hack using white vinegar and clove oil to tackle stubborn limescale and soap scum. See the dramatic before and after results.
US Water Systems at Risk as Trump Cuts Funding
Deep funding cuts by the Trump administration jeopardise wastewater repairs in poor US communities, reversing Biden-era environmental justice efforts. Read the key findings.
Libya's £5.1bn Man-Made River Expansion
Libya's colossal Great Man-Made River, a 1,750-mile engineering marvel, is set for a major £5.1bn expansion to tackle water scarcity. Discover the project hailed as the 'eighth wonder of the world'.
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.
India Typhoid Outbreak: Sewage in Water Supply Affects 133
Over 130 cases of typhoid reported in Gujarat after raw sewage leaked into drinking water via faulty pipes. Officials warn of more cases. Read the full report.
Typhoid outbreak in India linked to sewage in water supply
A major typhoid outbreak in Gandhinagar, India, has infected over 133 people after raw sewage leaked into drinking water pipes. Officials scramble to contain the crisis. Read the full report.
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.
Long showers cost the planet dearly, warns reader
A Guardian letter highlights the climate impact of excessive water use. Learn how simple changes, like shorter showers, can make a real difference. Read the full perspective.
10 dead in contaminated water outbreak in Indian city
At least 10 people have died and hundreds hospitalised in Indore, India's cleanest city, after a diarrhoea outbreak linked to contaminated drinking water. Authorities are investigating.
Easy tip to stop your dog gulping water and vomiting
A dog owner's Reddit plea over a pet gulping water too fast and vomiting sparked expert advice. Discover the simple bowl swap that could solve the messy problem for good.
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?
Water Quality Up: 93% of UK Bathing Sites Now Safe
Thousands enjoy Boxing Day swims as government data shows 93% of UK bathing sites meet safety standards. New enforcement powers target sewage spills and executive bonuses.
Emma Hardy: Progress on UK water quality
Water Minister Emma Hardy outlines government action on sewage, enforcement, and a £104bn infrastructure plan to restore confidence in UK bathing waters.
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.
100-tonne fatberg found in Whitechapel sewers
A 100-tonne fatberg has been found in Whitechapel, a 'grandchild' of the 2017 monster. Thames Water warns festive season worsens blockages, urging public to stop pouring fats and wipes.
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