The leak was still running on Tuesday, July 28, despite repeated calls, as households faced water shortages and a hosepipe ban. "I have been in touch with Southern Water to emphasise the urgency of the situation. "Pipes burst, but from what I’ve heard, Southern Water haven’t dealt with it in the most expeditious way. Clearly there is a water leak that needs fixing." Southern Water said it had fixed the initial leak on Friday and were shortly afterwards made aware of the second incident.