Over 550 east Clare homes still without water due to burst mains
Repairs are underway to restore water to homes in Mountshannon, Whitegate and Clonamirran
Uisce Éireann say they are mobilising crews to restore supply for customers without water in east Clare since Tuesday evening.
A burst in a watermain has left approximately 550 properties in Whitegate and Mountshannon without water.
"Dedicated water service crews are working to complete the repair and every effort is being made to reduce the impact on homes and businesses and restore normal water supply as quickly as possible," a spokesperson for Uisce Éireann said.
Works now are scheduled to take place until 4pm this Wednesday, November 20.
Due to the nature of the repair, supply may take longer to restore for those on higher ground or at the end of the network.
Uisce Éireann’s Darragh Conneely commented: “The repairs are being conducted as quickly and as efficiently as possible to minimise disruption and restore the water supply to homes and businesses.
"We understand the inconvenience an unplanned outage can have on our customers and appreciate their patience as we work to return normal water supply as quickly as possible.
"We would also wish to apologise to all road users impacted by the repair works and appreciate their patience and understanding.”
Vulnerable customers who have registered with Uisce Éireann receive direct communications from us for planned and unplanned outages lasting more than four hours.
Customers may experience discolouration to their supply as a result of the repairs. In the event of discolouration, running the tap for several minutes will usually restore water to a clear colour. For more information, please customers can visit water.ie/supply-issues.
Uisce Éireann is committed to keeping customers informed across multiple platforms 24/7 and we encourage customers to engage with us through our website, X channels @IWCare and @IrishWater, on Facebook and LinkedIn and through our customer care helpline which is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278.
Uisce Éireann has launched a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number at www.water.ie.
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