Southern Water apologises over restricting supply to the Waterside for 48 hours

SOUTHERN Water is warning customers in the Waterside they may see their supply restricted for 48 hours due to "significant pressure".

The company said in a statement the problem, which began yesterday (Wednesday) was caused by a combination of factors including leaks resulting from the recent cold snap.

Areas affected locally include Hythe, Dibden, Holbury, Fawley and Blackfield.

Areas are also affected across the wider Hampshire area.

It said: "This has meant demand for water is outstripping the ability of our water treatment sites to keep taps running.

"We are working as hard as we can to solve this issue, tackling leaks and stabilising supply, but we must also make difficult decisions to reduce demand – in order to protect critical Hampshire infrastructure like hospitals.

"This is why we unfortunately have to restrict water supplies to some customers in parts of Hampshire, for a period of at least 48 hours. This includes some of our customers in postcode areas SO45."

The statement said customers could expect to see reduced water pressure or loss of water and added: "We are very sorry for the disruption and inconvenience this will inevitably cause in the lead-up to Christmas and are working as hard as we can resume services by Sunday."

To check problems locally visit www.southernwater.co.uk/help-advice/works-or-issues-in-my-area