The ban, which has been in place across the county since July 11, was introduced following weeks of extreme heat and temperatures above 35C.

It restricts the use of hosepipes for watering gardens, cleaning private vehicles and filling or maintaining swimming pools, paddling pools and hot tubs.

The hosepipe ban, introduced during the hot summer, will likely be in place into the new year. (Image: PA Media)

With Storm Austen expected to hit the UK, some have questioned whether the rainfall could help lift water........

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