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New £1m storm tank at Kent wastewater treatment works will help reduce storm overflows
The installation of a new storm tank at a wastewater treatment works near a Kent town will help to cut storm overflows into its local river during heavy rain.
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Southern Water backs Government’s consultation over banning wet wipes
Southern Water is backing the Government’s continued efforts to reduce plastics pollution – as a consultation on the ban of wet wipes comes to a close
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Fighting the unflushables
False teeth, mobile phones and cuddly toys are just some of the items our ‘Unflushables’ Team at Southern Water have found flushed down the toilet.
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Our plan for cleaner rivers and seas
Southern Water CEO, Lawrence Gosden, announces our new Clean Rivers and Seas Plan which outlines how we'll reduce storm overflows in our region.
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Who to call when there’s a flood
With Storm Ciarán bringing heavy downpours across our region, it’s good to know who to call if there’s a flood. When it comes to who can help, it depends on the type of flood. Here’s an easy guide to help you know who to call if there’s flooding.
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Getting ready for Storm Ciarán
The weather forecast is looking stormy, with heavy rain and high winds forecast across our region. As flooding is more likely during a storm and high winds can affect power supplies to our sites, we’re already taking action to keep the taps and drains flowing. Here’s how we prepare and what you can do during the bad weather.
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