THERE is no sign of the restrictions on the use of hosepipes being lifted anytime soon despite the recent deluge of rain.

South West Water has said that while the recent rainfall has had a ‘positive impact on their water resources’, it would take a lot more before the reservoirs which provide the drinking water is sufficiently replenished.

The latest reservoir levels in Cornwall indicate that Colliford Lake is 33 per cent full (10 per cent less than in 2025), Drift reservoir is 32 per cent full (47 per cent less than in 2025) and Stithians reservoir is 22 per cent full (21 per cent less than in 2025).

In addition to issues with obtaining the water from rainfall, South West Water have said that they are addressing the challenges of fixing leaks, repairing an average of 440 leaks per week.

They are also ‘moving water around the network’ and taking practical steps to strengthen supplies.

Richard Stanbrook, South West Water’s Drought Programme Director, said: “The recent rain and stormy weather have started to have a positive impact on our water resources, which is welcome after months of exceptionally dry conditions. However, we need much more sustained rainfall in the right places to replenish our rivers and reservoirs and secure a lasting recovery.

“Some reservoirs remain at critically low levels, and the pressure on supplies remains significant. A week of heavy rain does not undo the effects of a prolonged drought.

“We are repairing an average of 440 leaks each week, moving water around our network and taking every practical step to strengthen supplies.

“We’re asking households and businesses to keep playing their part by reducing unnecessary water use. Every litre saved helps protect supplies while our resources recover.”