ALERT: Waterford residents warned of potential disruption to water supply tonight

Residents in parts of County Waterford are being warned of potential disruption to their water supply tonight.

Nighttime restrictions are being introduced in the Dungarvan area amid low water reservoir levels and sustained high demand.

Uisce Éireann has said that customers in Abbeyside, Ballinroad, Clonea, the Stephen Street area and surrounding areas may experience low pressure or disruption to their water supply.

The nighttime restrictions will be in place from 11pm on Wednesday night to 7am on Thursday morning.

The aim of these restrictions is to support treated water reservoir recovery and help safeguard daytime supply for homes and businesses.

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Uisce Éireann has said that water is being used more quickly than it can be produced and stored in local reservoirs.

Customers are being encouraged to reduce usage where possible to help maintain supply and support reservoir recovery.

Maura Phelan, Operations Manager with Uisce Éireann, said: “The overnight restrictions are being introduced to support treated water reservoir recovery and help maintain daytime supply for homes, businesses and essential services.

“Conserving water will help protect our water sources and maintain supply for all. We thank customers for their cooperation and understanding while these measures are in place.”