Burst Pipes Disrupt Homes, Roads East Sussex, Wiltshire

A burst water main has caused significant disruptions in East Sussex, affecting homes in areas including Polegate, Willingdon, Eastbourne, Stone Cross, Hankham, Westham, and Pevensey, leading to low water pressure or no water supply. South East Water has acknowledged the issue on Eastbourne Road in Willingdon, where flooding has also occurred, prompting road closures and emergency services on site. Repair teams are actively working to fix the pipe and restore water service, though the timeline for completion remains uncertain. Similarly, a burst water pipe near Royal Wootton Bassett in Wiltshire has forced the closure of Royal Wootton Bassett Academy for the day and left hundreds without adequate water pressure. Thames Water has controlled the flow at the Wiltshire site and is deploying specialist repair teams while using water tankers and system redirection to maintain supply. Both water companies have apologized for the inconvenience and are monitoring the situation closely to provide necessary support during repairs.