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Business · LondonThames Water hosepipe ban to continue through autumn
Thames Water has announced its hosepipe ban will continue throughout the autumn months, affecting over 10 million customers. The decision comes as reservoir levels remain significantly depleted following a dry summer and drought conditions.
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Local News · LondonLondon hits 28.1C as September ranks among UK's warmest
London reached a high of 28.1C in September, a month that ranked as the UK's joint-fourth warmest on record. Despite this warmth, parts of England remain in drought, with around 30 million people subject to water use restrictions.
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Crime & Safety · LondonBarnet grass fires prompt London Fire Brigade drought warning
London Fire Brigade responded to ten grass fires on 5 August 2026, including one near Edgware Road in Barnet. Two hectares of shrubland were damaged. Assistant Commissioner Patrick Goulbourne warned dry conditions increase fire risks to homes and infrastructure.
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