Crews from Uisce Éireann have successfully completed repair works to a burst on the water main supplying Ballinasloe and the surrounding areas in County Galway.

The burst had caused supply disruptions for approximately 1,000 homes and businesses in Ballinasloe town, Creagh, Parkmore and surrounding areas.

The repairs were completed at approximately 1pm yesterday (May 21) and supply levels in the area are currently returning to normal.

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Typically, it takes two to three hours following repairs for normal supply to restore to all customers affected by an unplanned outage. However, it may take longer for normal supply to be restored to some customers as the system recharges. 

Ger Greally of Uisce Éireann thanked affected customers for their cooperation while repairs were underway. 

"Uisce Éireann acknowledges the inconvenience caused by unplanned outages and thanks customers for their patience and cooperation while these works were carried out," Ger said.