Hot Weather Causes Water Supply Issues in East Sussex and Kent
SSBCrack News
Last updated: May 26, 2026
Approximately 168 homes in Eastbourne, East Sussex, experienced water outages following a hot weekend. Bottled water stations have been set up to assist residents.
- Residents in Eastbourne, East Sussex, faced water outages affecting around 168 homes. This occurred after a weekend where temperatures reached the highest of the year in parts of Kent.
- Bottled water stations were established in Challock to support those impacted by the disruption.
- Local authorities are working to maintain water supplies throughout their network, managing increased demand due to the hot weather.
- Customers situated on higher ground might experience low water pressure or intermittent supply during peak usage periods.
- The public has been asked to be patient as service teams manage the surge in water demand driven by the high temperatures.
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