The UK Environment Agency has granted South West Water special permission operating under drought conditions to ensure uninterrupted water supply from Wimbleball reservoir. The decision was made due to the need to maintain water levels in the reservoir and guarantee stable drinking water supplies to the region's population. Such permits are typically issued during periods of prolonged rainfall deficit, when standard water resource management measures prove insufficient. They allow water supply companies to temporarily alter the conditions of water extraction or redistribution from natural sources to compensate for resource shortages. Representatives of South West Water and the Environment Agency emphasize that such measures are aimed at preventing more serious restrictions for consumers in the future. The drought situation in recent years has become increasingly relevant for south-west England, where climate change is leading to reduced rainfall levels and increased water demand during the summer period. Authorities are urging residents of the region to use water sparingly and follow recommendations for rational water consumption.