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Thames Valley

Level 5

Since · 2 months ago

Watering Ban

Hand-held hoses, unattended hoses, sprinklers and garden irrigation systems are not permitted at any time. This includes a ban on watering lawns and gardens, washing cars, boats, houses, and decks, filling paddling pools and playing under sprinklers. Essential watering of plants, such as vegetable gardens using a hand-held watering can is permitted.

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Level 5

12 Mar 2026Ongoing

2mo 3w ongoing