Official: Yorkshire Water Hosepipe Ban to Begin July 11 Due to Drought

 Starting July 11, 2025, millions of people across Yorkshire will not be allowed to use hosepipes at home. Yorkshire Water introduced the ban after the region went through its driest spring in more than 130 years. From February to June, rainfall was less than half the normal amount. This severe drop has pushed reservoir levels down to around 56%, well below the safe range for public water supply.