Tankers set to support Horsham and Crawley water supply

Tankers near Crawley will be helping to keep taps flowing during times of ‘unprecedented water demand’.
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Southern Water said: “With the ongoing hot, dry weather and Saturday set to be the hottest on record, you may notice tankers in the Buchan Hill area near Crawley in Sussex over the weekend.

“These are to support us in keeping taps flowing during these times of unprecedented water demand, particularly in and around the towns of Crawley and Horsham.

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“We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and completely understand that with the sunshine and lack of vacations people wish to enjoy their gardens, paddling pools, hot tubs, water fights, water their gardens and lawns and even wash cars.”

Tankers at Buchan HillTankers at Buchan Hill
Tankers at Buchan Hill

But the non-essential activities risk drawing water away from crucial requirements like hand washing, cleaning, cooking, washing and medical requirements, a spokeswoman said.

She added: “Thank you to all in the local community who are being considerate with their water usage.”

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