Severn Trent investigates water supply issue in north Shropshire

Some residents were experiencing no supply, poor pressure or discoloured water in the SY4 area.

Severn Trent was investigating water supply issues in north Shropshire on Wednesday evening after residents reported disruption.

The water company said some residents of the SY4 area were experiencing no supply, poor pressure or discoloured water.

The issue, which appears to be centred near Wem, was first reported around 6.30pm.

A spokesperson for Severn Trent said teams were “working hard to fix it as soon as they can”.

They added: “Customers in the area may be experiencing no supply, poor pressure or discoloured water.

“Our teams are working to resolve this as soon as possible. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.”

Updates can be found online at stwater.co.uk

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