Flood warnings and water shortages after storm

A flood warning has been issued for parts of West Sussex, with high tides and strong winds expected to cause flooding in coastal areas, including Bosham and West Itchenor. The warning indicates that flooding may impact Shore Road, Bosham High Street, and Gloucester Terrace, with residents advised to activate any flood protection measures they may have.

In Kent, residents in the Benenden area are experiencing low water pressure or no water supply due to issues at the local Mounts Hill booster site, as reported by South East Water. The company is working to resolve the problem by deploying tankers to restore temporary supplies to affected properties, and bottled water has been delivered to those in need.

Additionally, repairs have been completed on a burst water main in the Swattenden Lane area of Cranbrook. Water is being returned to the area in a controlled manner to prevent further issues. It is anticipated that water supplies will be fully restored by Monday morning.

These disruptions follow Storm Boelo, which brought heavy rain and strong winds to the South East over the weekend, causing damage such as uprooted trees and blocked roads. Thousands of properties across the region have also been left without electricity, although power supplies are expected to be restored throughout Monday.