U.K.: Hampshire and Isle of Wight hosepipe ban to take effect from 5 August due to drought

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The period between January and June this year was the driest in England since 1976

 

A hosepipe ban is to come into force in parts of southern England after a lack of rainfall and extreme temperatures.

 

The restrictions for Southern Water customers in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight will start from 5 August.

 

Using hosepipes to water gardens, clean cars, fill ornamental ponds and swimming pools will not be allowed.

 

The firm said the ban was a "vital step" to protect the habitats of the River Test and the River Itchen where it extracts water.

 

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https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-hampshire-62345286