South East Water supply disruption hits thousands of properties in Kent
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South East Water reported ongoing water supply disruptions affecting thousands of properties in the Tunbridge Wells area of Kent for a second day. About 7,000 properties are experiencing low pressure, intermittent supply, or no water due to an instrument failure at a nearby water treatment works. The situation highlights infrastructure vulnerabilities and the impact on local homes and businesses.
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South East Water said the disruption is affecting properties.
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South East Water said the disruption is affecting properties.
The Guardian- Local businesses may face revenue loss
- Cost of emergency response and repairs by South East Water
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Loaded language removed<p>People in Tunbridge Wells area face lower pressure, intermittent supply or no water after ‘instrument failure’</p><p>Thousands of homes and businesses in Kent are facing water supply problems for a second day, including a “complete lack of water” in some cases, South East Water said.</p><p>About 7,000 properties in the Tunbridge Wells area could face low pressure, intermittent supply or no…
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South East Water said the disruption is affecting properties.
The GuardianThousands of homes and businesses in Kent are facing water supply problems for a second day.
The GuardianAbout 7,000 properties in the Tunbridge Wells area could face low pressure, intermittent supply or no water.
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