Households were left with no water for nearly four hours after a waste water leak.

Those living in Ash Road in Hartley were experiencing low water pressure, while some have none at all.

Residents in neighbouring roads including Fairby Lane, Church Road, Cherry Trees, and Carmelite Way also reported issues.

The repairs began just after 12.30pm but South East Water says they have now been completed and people should expect water to come back on again shortly.

A statement from the utilities company said: “You should now see your taps flowing as normal.

“If your water looks brown in colour, please don’t worry as it is not harmful. This happens when small particles of iron within the mains are disturbed.

“Your water may also appear cloudy, or white. If you fill a glass of water and it clears from the bottom upwards then this means your water is just a little more aerated than usual.

“We’re really sorry about the disruption.”