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Gatwick Airport loses water again after burst main

Passengers at Gatwick Airport's North Terminal are without water today, meaning toilets are closed and food outlets can only offer seating. SES Water, the local supplier, confirmed a burst main in a nearby field in Horley is causing the disruption. Gatwick Airport has faced a major water outage for the second time in weeks, after a similar issue in July.

By BriefTea Editorial · 28 August 2026 at 16:12

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