We are sorry that some customers in the PR6 postcode may be experiencing low water pressure or no water. Unfortunately, high winds caused a power cut in the local area which impacted a nearby pumping station.
Our teams are working closely with colleagues at SP Energy Networks to assess the situation and restore supplies as quickly as possible. You may see water tankers in the area ready to support the network. Before we can begin pumping additional water into the network, traffic management needs to be put in place to ensure this can be carried out safely.
We are sorry for the inconvenience this is causing.
If your tap water looks discoloured, don’t worry - this can happen when natural sediments in the pipes are disturbed. You can find helpful advice on our discoloured water page.
If you’re on a meter, you may be eligible for a flushing allowance of £5 credit straight to your account. This will help cover the cost of the water used during the flushing process. To make a claim, visit Flushing allowance | United Utilities and fill out the form with your information.