Work is underway to repair a burst water main in Clonakilty, Co Cork.

Irish Water and Cork County Council are working to address the issue, which is impacting supply for a number of homes and businesses in Clonakilty town, Santry South, Santry North, Roosmore, Carrigafadda, Gortroe, Tullig, Santry East, Bealad, Mallatallavana, Lisavaird, Reenascreena, Cahermore, Froe, Ardagh and Bog Road, Rosscarbery, and surrounding areas.  

Repairs are expected to be complete by 5pm today, 16 December. Given the large area impacted it will take some time for the network and reservoirs to refill. The majority of customers should have their supply restored by late this evening, however some customers, particularly at higher elevations, may be impacted longer by reduced water pressure/intermittent supply, while the reservoir refills to a sufficient level to meet demand.

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Speaking about the repair works Irish Water's Operations Lead Niall O'Riordan said: "The repairs are being conducted as quickly as possible to minimise disruption to the community and restore water for all customers. We understand the inconvenience unplanned outages can have on customers and we appreciate their patience as we work to repair the burst and return the water supply.

"Water supplies are under increased pressure following a spate of burst pipes caused by the recent freezing temperatures. We are appealing to customers, now more than ever, to help conserve water by not running taps needlessly, taking showers instead of baths and to postpone using dishwashers and washing machines where possible. Further information on water conservation is available on our website at www.water/conserve."