Fresh hosepipe ban warning as fourth heatwave set to grip UK

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People in South East of England asked to restrict water use as reservoirs reach low levels

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Tens of thousands of people have been warned to restrict their water use and only turn on the taps when essential, just days before the UK is set to be gripped by its fourth heatwave.