Uisce Éireann: Supply "will take time" to return to Longford customers "on higher ground"

Uisce Éireann has confirmed the completion of successful repairs on a burst water main which initially left a significant number of customers in Newtowncashel and surrounding areas without water.   

Over the past number of days, Uisce Éireann crews have been busy locating and repairing the burst main. A spokesman said water is “now returning to impacted customers.” 

They added however that it may take longer for normal supply to be restored to customers at the end of the network or on higher ground as the system recharges. 

Customers are also being asked to be mindful of their water usage and to allow supply to catch up with demand.

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David Gibbons of Uisce Éireann thanked affected customers for their understanding while these repair works were being carried out.

“Uisce Éireann acknowledges the disruption that can be caused by an unplanned outage such as this one and we wish to thank customers in the area for their patience while these repairs were underway.”

Vulnerable customers who have registered as such with Uisce Éireann will receive direct communications from the company for planned and unplanned outages lasting more than four hours.

To register as a vulnerable customer or as an alternative contact please phone Uisce Éireann on 1800 278 278. 

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