Gatwick Airport's water main failed on 26 July 2026, leaving both terminals without running water or working toilets. Passengers reported dry lavatories, disrupting travel plans and triggering long queues. Supermarkets in Horley and nearby areas ran out of bottled water as panic buying spiked. The fault's cause and exact location are still unconfirmed. Horley town and the wider area also reported water supply issues. Airport authorities have not said when service will return.
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Water supply problem affects both terminals at Gatwick Airport - BBC
Water supply problem affects both terminals at Gatwick Airport BBC
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No working toilets or running water at Gatwick as airport suffers major outage - Sky News
No working toilets or running water at Gatwick as airport suffers major outage Sky News
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Water supply problem affects both terminals at Gatwick Airport - BBC
Water supply problem affects both terminals at Gatwick Airport BBC
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Water supply problems reported in Horley and Gatwick area as airport reportedly impacted - SussexWorld
Water supply problems reported in Horley and Gatwick area as airport reportedly impacted SussexWorld
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Gatwick Airport suffers major water shortage as travellers unable to flush toilets - The Independent
Gatwick Airport suffers major water shortage as travellers unable to flush toilets The Independent