Uisce Éireann urges customers in Leitirmacaward to conserve water

Alarm bells are ringing again in Leitirmacaward as locals are being told to be mindful of their water usage.

Uisce Éireann says an increase of tourists in the area has seen demand for water at the local Water Treatment Plant increase significantly leading to production pressures at the plant.

Its operations lead Seamus O’Brien says this is vital in order to avoid water shortages and reduced water pressure.

“Leitirmacaward Water Treatment Plant is operating at almost full capacity, so we are appealing to our customers to be mindful of their water usage and avoid non-essential use of the drinking water supply at this time. This will ensure there is enough water for everyone, including our tourists.

“Any reduction that customers can make in their usage can collectively result in significant supply improvements for all customers. I would ask consumers in Leitirmacaward, Portnoo, Rossbeg, Cleangort, Doochary, Meenacross, Dooey, Maghery, Falmore, Crucknageeragh and Inishfree Island to play their part to help conserve water at this time and throughout the summer.”

He added small changes can make a significant difference.

"By turning off the hose and avoiding power washing we can all help to protect our water supplies. There are lots of helpful tips for conserving water on water.ie. Customers can also check out the Uisce Éireann website where our conservation calculator (www.water.ie/calculator) allows people work out how much water they are currently saving and how they can conserve even more.

Members of the public can report any leaks in the public water network by contacting Uisce Éireann 24/7 at 1800 278 278 or on water.ie.