Overnight water restrictions in Longford as Uisce Éireann tackles supply issues in wake of Storm Darragh

Uisce Éireann crews are continuing to restore normal water supply to homes and businesses across Longford following power outages due to Storm Darragh.

Although supply has returned to most areas, customers in Ballymackeegan may still be experiencing low water pressure due to low water levels in local reservoirs. 

As a result, alternative water supplies are available in Farnagh. 

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Similarly, customers between Glannagh and Edgeworthstown may also be experiencing low water pressure due to low water levels in local reservoirs.

As a result, alternative water supplies are available at both Lissard Cross and Coolarty. 

Customers are reminded to use their own containers when taking water from tankers and to boil water before consumption as a precautionary measure.

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Nighttime restrictions will also be in place in Glannagh, Edgeworthstown and the surrounding areas from 10pm tonight until 6am on Wednesday December 11.

In addition, Uisce Éireann also wishes to advise customers in Longford Town west of Hanlon’s filling station of nighttime restrictions in order to conserve water and maintain a daytime supply.

This as a result of low water levels in local reservoirs. 

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Overnight restrictions will be in place from 10pm tonight until 7am on Wednesday, December 11.  Supply will be maintained to St Joseph’s Care Centre for the duration of the restrictions.

Homes and businesses are being asked to be mindful of their water usage to allow supply to catch up with demand and enable water levels to replenish.

Uisce Éireann understands the inconvenience that restrictions cause and want to thank the community for their patience.

Vulnerable customers who have registered with Uisce Éireann receive direct communications from us for planned and unplanned outages lasting more than four hours.

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Uisce Éireann’s customer care team is available to help 24/7 on 1800 278 278 and customers can also contact us on X @IWCare with any queries. 

Uisce Éireann also recently launched a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number on the Water Service Updates page.