https://somersetdaily.co.uk/tags/paddlingpools/Recent content in paddlingpools on Somerset DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usWed, 27 May 2026 05:57:45 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/south-west-water-faces-backlash-over-paddling-pool-advice-amid-record-breaking-heatwave/Wed, 27 May 2026 05:57:45 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/south-west-water-faces-backlash-over-paddling-pool-advice-amid-record-breaking-heatwave/South West Water has come under intense scrutiny after advising residents to conserve water during an unprecedented heatwave, even though local reservoirs remain at 90% capacity. The water company, which supplies Dorset, Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall, has urged parents to be mindful when filling children’s paddling pools as soaring temperatures continue. This guidance has sparked frustration among locals who recall the region’s recent heavy rainfall and flooding. Earlier this year, Cornwall suffered its wettest winter since 1836, and parts of Somerset experienced severe flooding that led to a major incident declaration.