Uisce Éireann appeals to the public across Tipperary to help reduce water demand
Rapid thaw leads to increase in leaks and bursts
Uisce Éireann is appealing to the public to report leaks and help reduce demand as water use across Tipperary reaches high levels.
Milder temperatures replacing the freezing conditions of last week have led to a big increase in leaks and bursts across the county. Areas particularly affected include Ardfinnan, Tipperary Town, Cashel and Clonmel.
Uisce Éireann’s Regional Asset Operations Water Lead Colin Cunningham said: “We would like to thank everyone who has been calling in to report leaks, and the crews who have been carrying out repairs.
"We are appealing to customers to check for leaks in the home and carry out necessary leak repairs. We are also asking farmers to check their service pipes, drinking troughs and outbuildings.
"Repairing leaks can help to prevent issues like reduced water pressure or water supply disruptions. We are also asking the public for their support to help reduce overall demand by preventing avoidable loss of water and conserving water".
For more information on checking for leaks in the home visit www.water.ie/help/leaks/leaks-in-the-home.