Summary
A burst water main in Kent, linked to South East Water, has left nearly 6,000 homes with disrupted water supply. Repairs are ongoing, with bottled water stations set up and deliveries organized for vulnerable customers, and normal supply is expected to resume by the end of the day.
Key Facts
- Nearly 6,000 homes in Kent have water supply problems due to a burst pipe.
- The burst pipe is from the Bewl Water Treatment Works in East Sussex.
- Repairs have been completed, and water is being gradually restored.
- Bottled water stations are open at Matfield Village Hall and Tesco in Pembury until 21:00 BST.
- Vulnerable customers are receiving bottled water deliveries.
- Two local schools, including Lamberhurst St Mary's Church of England VC Primary School, have closed due to a lack of water.
- South East Water has faced previous investigations and supply failures.
- The repair delay is due to more complex issues than expected.
