People in Eastern England Urged to Save Water

The video discusses the unexpected water shortage in winter due to low rainfall and dry seasons. Anglian Water is applying for a drought permit to extract more water from the river Nairn to address the shortage. The cumulative effects of dry seasons have strained the water network, and customers are urged to conserve water to prevent future shortages.

What challenge does the hairdressing business face due to low water levels?

• Requirement to close during droughts

• Difficulty in providing services while conserving water

• Need to relocate the business

• Increased water bills

What is Anglian Water seeking from the Environment Agency?

• A permit to build a new reservoir

• Approval to import water from other regions

• A drought permit to extract more water from the river Nairn

• Permission to increase water prices

How much additional water does Anglian Water plan to extract daily with the permit?

• 10 million liters

• 17 million liters

• 30 million liters

• 25 million liters

Why is the current drought situation considered unusual?

• The drought has lasted for over a decade

• It has affected only urban areas

• It is the first drought in over a century

• Drought permits are rarely applied for in winter

What action are customers encouraged to take to prevent future water shortages?

• Increase water usage

• Start saving water now

• Purchase bottled water

• Install new water meters