Uisce Éireann is appealing to customers in West Cork and parts of North Cork to use water sparingly, with usage rising during the current warm spell.

The utility said it is closely monitoring the network, managing resources, fixing leaks and introducing targeted actions to safeguard supplies where required. The information below remains in effect until further updates are issued on Uisce Éireann’s Supply and Service Updates section.

While raw water sources are currently healthy, sustained higher temperatures have pushed consumption to levels where treated water is being used faster than it can be produced and reservoirs replenished. Simple changes at home, at work and in the community can help reservoirs recover and keep supplies steady for everyone.

To support the system during this peak demand, Uisce Éireann has deployed contingency measures, including targeted tankering to top up treated water reservoirs and reinforce areas experiencing pressure. These operations are designed to maintain reservoir levels, protect local supplies and strengthen network resilience.

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In West Cork, tankers will continue to support supplies in the Bantry region at Nohoval, Derryginach and Cahernacin. In Clonakilty, tankering will remain in place for customers in the Ardgehane and Reenascreena supply areas. In North Cork, contingency tankering to Freemount will continue, alongside ongoing support for Courtbrack and Dunmahon-Glanworth.

Overnight restrictions will also remain in effect to help reservoirs recover: Johnstown Reservoir on the Ballykenly/Johnstown Scheme from 11pm to 5.30am; Dunmahon-Glanworth from 11pm to 5.30am; and Nohoval from 10.30pm to 7am. These steps are necessary to ensure a full and continuous daytime supply for homes, businesses and essential services. All contingency arrangements, including night-time restrictions, are being reviewed continuously, with a further operational assessment scheduled for early next week.

Niall O'Riordan, Operations Manager said: "As warmer weather continues to increase demand for water, we are calling on customers to take simple steps to reduce their water use and help protect local supplies. Every drop counts. By cutting back on non-essential water use and making small changes at home, in businesses and in outdoor spaces, everyone can help ease pressure on the network and ensure a reliable water supply for their community."