RESIDENTS worried about the current low levels of reservoirs across the borough have been told there is no cause for concern.

Water levels at Springs Reservoir, near Belmont, and Wayoh Reservoir, in Edgworth appear to have dropped significantly after a dry winter and spring.

But the Met Office and United Utilities have both moved to reassure people over fears of an impending drought.

Helen Apps, spokesperson for United Utilities, said: “Local reservoir levels can fluctuate for various reasons, including maintenance work or the weather. However, we have an integrated water network which means we don’t have to rely on individual local reservoirs.

“Our regional water storage is presently at 87 per cent which is very close to the typical levels of 90 per cent we would expect at this time of year. We do not expect to have any restrictions on use.

“With our integrated water network, we can move water around the region to balance the needs of customers and the environment, should that be necessary.

But, regardless of the weather, it’s good advice to use water wisely.”

And Oli Claydon, spokesperson for the Met Office said the situation should be further eased as the current dry spell is forecast to soon come to an end.

He said: “It’s been the driest October to March since 1995/96 and April, for the UK as a whole, was the driest on record since 1910.In terms of looking ahead, certainly in the near future, we’re looking at a bit of a break down in the settled conditions this weekend with large rainfall in most parts of the country.

“Showers are forecast for at the weekend and more sustained rainfall is expected the following week.”

Free water saving devices and tips to help customers save water, energy and money are available at unitedutilities.com”