South East Water customers cannot use hosepipes to water gardens, clean cars and fill pools.
South East Water said demand for drinking water in Kent and Sussex hit record levels in JuneA hosepipe and sprinkler ban affecting South East Water customers across Kent and Sussex is now being enforced with fines of up to £1,000.
People are banned from using hosepipes to water gardens, clean cars, patios and boats, and fill swimming pools.The firm said the ban is to "protect the water supply" for all its customers in Kent and Sussex.but could only be enforced after 10 days. It means from Monday rule-breakers face a £1,000 fine "until further notice".
South East Water said the ban affects everyone in Kent and Sussex who is supplied by the company, including businesses who may be billed by another firm.
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