Homes in Weir and West Houses are currently without water due to what we believe may well be frozen external pipes; we are aware of this and are doing all we can to get this resolved as quickly as possible.

The whole of West House and at least three properties in Weir House are without running water and some without heating due to loss of water. This has been affecting properties on both blocks on the estate since late last week.

WERA is now working closely with members of Lambeth Living to ensure the problem is identified as quickly as possible and resolved.

If you are a resident without water please call 0207 926 6666 (Lambeth Service Centre Out of Hours Emergency) as they will be able to provide you with bottles of water until the problem is fixed. Weir Estate Resident’s who have been told to contact a plumber, do not need to do as it is believed that Thames Water are due to attend this evening (as of 9:20pm on 20th December 2010) to check the mains pipes, and we will continue to monitor the situation and take all available action open to us in order to resolve the loss of water supply. Lambeth Living had requested a standpipe, but due to the current freezing temperatures, this is not possible as the standpipe would freeze.

We are aware that there are vulnerable and elderly residents in both the blocks currently affected who should ensure that you have water. If you are unsure how to do this please contact WERA for assistance.

We are aware of the critical nature of this situation and will provide updates on wera.org.uk as soon as we have information.

We will continue to work with Lambeth Living and Thames Water to ensure the supply is re-connected as soon as possible.

UPDATE :: 20 DEC 2010 – 9.30pm Thames Water have checked the mains on Weir Road, and they are fine – therefore it is pipes within the blocks which are frozen, and therefore it is Lambeth Living’s area to deal with.

UPDATE :: 21 DEC 2010 – 10.30pm Lambeth Living Officers, and plumbers have been on-site all day. Water has now been restored to West House and Weir House. Should you have any problems please contact WERA for assistance.