London Gatwick Airport, the UK’s second busiest airport and a major hub for the budget airline EasyJet, is experiencing a water supply outage affecting both terminals today, July 27, 2026. The disruption began in the morning and is linked to a water supply issue in the nearby Horley area.
Cause and Effects of Water Supply Disruption
The cause of the outage stems from a power failure at a water treatment facility operated by SES Water near Horley, which led to a significant loss of water pressure that affected the airport’s supply. Passenger services at Gatwick have been disrupted, with travelers unable to flush toilets, wash hands, access
hot drinks, or refill water bottles inside the terminals. Several airport restaurants have closed due to the absence of running water.
Official Responses and Mitigation Measures
Gatwick Airport authorities confirmed that flight operations continue without interruption despite the passenger service disruptions. The airport described the water issue as being investigated and impacting supply to both terminals. Contingency plans have been enacted, including the distribution of bottled water to passengers and staff to address immediate welfare needs. SES Water is coordinating closely with the airport to restore normal water delivery as swiftly as possible.
