Man Keeps Over 1,500 Gallons Of Rainwater In His Backyard

Peter Harden with his water butts that store 1,585 gallons of water, in an undated photo. Harden says he isn't worried about the newly-imposed hose ban as he's stored enough water to keep his garden green and lush. (SWNS/Zenger)

A man who has been storing water since a 1976 drought has more than 1,585 gallons of water amid a fresh round of water restrictions announced on August 23.

Retired headteacher Peter Harden, 82, has lived in his bungalow for 52 years and said he installed his first water tanks after the 70s drought. Harden said he lives in one of the driest areas in the United Kingdom and over the years has installed nine massive water containers.