Repairs complete on watermain in South Leitrim with supply returning soon

Uisce Éireann crews have repaired a burst water main in South Leitrim and a normal water supply is being restored to customers affected. 

The burst on a trunk water main resulted in localised disruption to supply for a small number of homes and businesses in Ballinamore, Fenagh and surrounding areas.

Uisce Éireann’s Kevin Love thanked customers for their patience while crews worked throughout the day to repair the burst. 

Typically it can take three to four hours following repairs for a normal water supply to be restored to customers. However, it may take longer for those on higher ground or at the end of the network.

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Uisce Éireann is collating records of burst locations in South Leitrim and is monitoring the burst history and frequency closely.

“We will use this information to inform water mains replacement projects under our Leakage Reduction Programme. This will be subject to prioritisation with other emerging needs in the region and available funding,” he explained.

Customers can stay informed across multiple platforms. Uisce Éireann encourages customers to engage via their website, their X channels (@IWCare and @IrishWater), or through the 24/7 customer care helpline at 1800 278 278. 

Uisce Éireann also offers a free text alert service, providing real-time updates on local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number at water.ie.

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