Uisce Éireann urges the public in Kilkenny to conserve water during cold snap

Uisce Eireann are asking people to be mindful of their water use over the coming days as sub zero temperatures look set to continue over the coming days.

Uisce Éireann spokesperson Margaret Attridge said; 

“With temperatures dipping below zero it is very important to continue the regular maintenance of your property, protect outside taps and farm troughs, and check empty premises. It also a good idea to familiarise yourself with your own internal water system and particularly how to turn off your supply at the stopcock so that you can protect your property in the event of a burst pipe.”

Margaret is also asking people to conserve water and not to leave taps running as this will not necessarily prevent pipes from freezing and can impact on your local water supply. 

"We also recommend that people don't run taps continually as this is not an effective way of preventing frozen pipes and can cause other problems such as frozen drains. It also puts further pressure on water supplies that are already challenged by the freezing conditions. Being mindful of water use at home, on farms and in businesses can make a big difference.”

To help people avoid issues like this and stay safe, warm and comfortable during the cold snap we have lots of helpful advice on our page, Winterproofing | Help | Uisce Éireann