A water supply problem has disrupted service at a major UK airport.

The issue was communicated via social media by Gatwick Airport on the afternoon of August 28.

The statement indicated that a water supply problem in the surrounding area was impacting both the airport’s northern and southern terminal buildings.

Airport officials confirmed that aircraft operations remained unaffected by the situation at that time.

According to the airport’s communication, the supply problem was being looked into by the water company SES Water.

Representatives stated that no operational disruptions to flight schedules had occurred and that additional information would be provided as circumstances developed.

An apology was extended to travellers experiencing difficulties.

The water supply interruption was also having repercussions for residential properties in Horley, located just beyond the Sussex boundary.

SES Water acknowledged awareness of the situation through its own public communications.

The utility company indicated that inspectors were en route to address the disruption and restore normal service.

Residents in the affected area were reporting reduced water pressure, complete loss of supply, or discoloured water.

The company advised those observing cloudy water to consult relevant guidance materials.

An expression of regret was offered to all those impacted, with a commitment to resolving the situation promptly.

This occurrence follows a significant water supply failure in July that created considerable difficulties for passengers departing from the West Sussex airport.

The previous incident traced back to a technical problem at SES Water’s Bough Beech Water Treatment facility.

That earlier outage left both the northern and southern terminal buildings without running water.

Travellers at the time described conditions including non-functional toilet facilities, absent hand-washing stations, unavailable drinking fountains, and café operations unable to prepare hot beverages.