Work has started to repair a burst watermain in Dundalk.

Irish Water is working in partnership with Louth County Council to restore water as quickly as possible to properties in Haynestown, Tudor Grove, Mullaharlin Road, Inner Relief Road, Brookfield and Marlbog Road, Dundalk and surrounding areas.

Water service crews have mobilised and repairs are expected to be completed by 6pm today, 14 December. Typically it takes two to three hours after this to restore normal supply to all customers affected by an unplanned outage.

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To ensure the safety of the public and crews carrying out the repairs to the burst, traffic management will be in place and will be clearly signposted.

Michael Cunniffe, Irish Water, said: "The repairs are being conducted as quickly and efficiently as possible to minimise disruption to the area and restore water for all customers. We understand the inconvenience unplanned outages can have on customers and we appreciate your patience as we work to return the water supply to homes and businesses as quickly as possible."