First UK hosepipe ban of 2025 declared in Yorkshire

Yorkshire Water has declared the UK's first hosepipe ban of the year in Yorkshire, affecting over five million people due to record low reservoir levels following an exceptionally dry and warm spring. The ban restricts the use of hosepipes for activities like gardening and car washing, with fines of up to £3,000 for violators. With concerns over water supply amid continued dry weather, the ban may remain in place until significant rainfall replenishes reservoirs, highlighting the need for water conservation measures in the region.