Night-time water restrictions in place in parts of Waterford amid €30 million project
Uisce Éireann has completed essential network connection works in Dungarvan, County Waterford
Night-time water supply restrictions are in place in parts of County Waterford amid a €30 million project.
Uisce Éireann has completed essential network connection works as part of the €29.5 million Ballinamuck Water Treatment Plant project.
The project will aim to provide a more reliable drinking water supply for communities in Dungarvan and the surrounding areas.
To help the water supply network recover, temporary night-time restrictions are required in Abbeyside, Duckspool, Ballinroad and Ballinacourty.
These will take place between 11pm and 7am over three nights, beginning last night and continuing tonight and tomorrow night.
Conor Williams, Programme Manager with Uisce Éireann, said: “Completing these connection works is an important step in delivering the new Ballinamuck Water Treatment
“Plant and a more reliable water supply for local communities. We know that being without water is disruptive, and we thank everyone affected for their patience and support.”
Following restoration, it can take two to three hours for normal water pressure to return as the network recharges.
Customers on higher ground or at the end of the network may experience longer delays.
Some customers may also experience temporary discolouration of water as supply returns. Customers experiencing discoloured water are advised to run the cold kitchen tap for several minutes until it runs clear.
If the water does not return to a clear colour, customers are advised not to drink it as a precaution and to contact Uisce Éireann.