Water bosses urge people in Berkshire to use "as little as possible"
The cold weather has led to numerous water leaks and pipe bursts
There are water shortages around the south east. Credit: Getty Images Lisa Valder
People across Berkshire are urged to keep a close eye on how much water they use after multiple bursts and leaks led to huge pressure on supplies.
Bosses at Thames Water, South East Water, Southern Water and Affinity Water, which serve Bracknell, Wokingham and Reading, Berkshire, say customers across the south east are either without water or have low pressure.
The freezing weather has led to huge problems within the system.
Some areas are worse hit than others, but people are urged to use a little water as possible to help things get back to normal.
Extra water is being added to the local networks and emergency work to fix leaks and bursts is being carried out.
People are urged to have short showers rather than baths, not to leave taps running and to only use dishwashers and washing machines if they're full.
Customers are also advised to check their pipes and outside taps for leaks and call plumbers if they need repairs
Business owners forced to shut during last week's snow and ice are urged to check their premises for leaks which may have happened since closing.
More information can be found on the respective companies' websites.
