A temporary ban on the use of hosepipes has been in place since July 11. According to Yorkshire Water, the area’s water reserves are currently at just 55.8%, which is 26.1% lower than normal for this time of year. This alarming decline points to a serious water crisis. Drought declared in YorkshireIn June, England’s Environment Agency declared Yorkshire a drought-prone area, and more extreme heat is forecast in the coming weeks.
In view of this situation, urgent measures are being taken to save water and protect the natural environment.Davy Kay, Yorkshire Water’s director of water, said: “We need to act now to save water and protect Yorkshire’s natural environment.”
Appeal for public cooperation to save water
According to authorities, efforts are underway to balance water supplies, but water shortages persist. In this context, the public has been appealed to avoid wasting water and play their part in reducing the effects of the drought. Yorkshire Water says that small measures, such as avoiding the use of hosepipes, watering gardens less and not draining water unnecessarily, can help overcome the crisis.