The field is said to be constantly saturated as a result of the leak “This leak has been referred to our expert repair team who are currently scheduling the work, which due to its location requires specialist equipment. “We know how frustrating leaks can be, especially when we’re asking customers to be mindful of their water use.

When asked about the complaints, South East Water's head of leakage operations, Jim MacIntyre, said: “We’re sorry to customers affected by the leak in the field opposite Thornden Close, Herne Bay. Mr Catterick added: “Ultimately, it’s flooding the field - it potentially is going to cause subsidence.' “You’ve only got to get a dustcart with a heavy load it’s going to cause all sorts of problems.' “If it’s doing that on that side of the field, what’s it doing under the structure of the road? The sinkhole that appeared in Dartford earlier this year. “If you look at the field, you can see 20 foot out there,” said Mr Wade. Mr Catterick and Mr Wade fear the area around the leak could suffer the same outcome. A water leak caused by “ageing infrastructure” was said to be the cause. That same month, a sinkhole appeared outside Watford General Hospital. In August, a sinkhole appeared in Dartford after a Thames Water mains burst, leaving thousands without water. Shane Catterick and John Wade want to see South East Water take action The site of the leak Water leaks are not uncommon but significant damage as a result of ruptured pipes is on the rise nationwide. “How many millions of gallons of water have been wasted unnecessarily?” said the retiree.

Neighbour John Wade weighed in on the matter, having also grown irritated by the lack of action. Mr Catterick says water company officials have been called out twice before - with the last visit just two weeks ago. The leak reportedly started flowing seven months ago, and has caused a field opposite to become saturated. Shane Catterick has been left frustrated by the water company, accusing it of having double standards The field has come under pressure following extensive flooding as a result of the water leak

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