Homes and businesses warned of further nighttime restrictions on water in Tipperary

Homes and businesses in Tipperary will face nighttime restrictions on water for the following nine evenings.

Critical works have necessitated a shutdown of the water treatment plant to facilitate the works, resulting in a drop in treated water reservoir levels.

The company are asking poeple in Ardfinnan to continue supporting local water conservation efforts as temporary overnight restrictions are introduced tonight to help recovery of treated water reservoir levels which will support further planned upgrade works at the Goatenbridge Water Treatment Plant.

To prepare for these works, nighttime restrictions will be in place from tonight, Wednesday 23 September, operating from 9pm to 8am each night until the morning of Friday 2 October.

Homes and businesses may experience lower than normal water pressure during this time. This will support to protect daytime supply for homes, businesses, and essential services during the planned works. 

The areas impacted are Ardfinnan Village, Cahir Road, Clogheen North, Lady Abbey, Newcastle, Neddans, Poulator Road, Clogheen South and surrounding areas.

To support impacted homes and businesses, an alternative water supply is available on the Main Street in Ardfinnan Village. 

By limiting the amount of water leaving the network during these quieter hours, reservoirs can replenish and be ready to meet demand. The aim is to minimise disruption while helping to maintain a reliable daytime supply for the community. 

Normal water supplies will start returning from 8am each morning. Customers in higher-lying areas or at the ends of the network may experience a longer wait while the water network refills. 

Pierce Faherty, Uisce Éireann said:  "We know how important a reliable water supply is to everyday life. These temporary measures are being introduced to prepare for critical works and help protect daytime water supplies for homes, schools, businesses, healthcare facilities and community services across the area. 

“We would like to thank customers for the efforts they are already making to conserve water. Every small action helps. The support and cooperation shown by the community is making a real difference in helping to protect local supplies. 

“By continuing to use water carefully, we can work together to reduce pressure on the network and help maintain supplies for everyone who relies on them." 

Customers can continue to support local supplies by making simple changes such as: 

Turning off the tap while brushing teeth or shaving. 

Taking shorter showers where possible. 

Using a watering can instead of a hose in the garden. 

Checking homes and properties for leaks. 

Turning off water in vacant buildings where it is not needed. 

These simple actions can collectively make a significant difference to water demand across the area and helps ensure there is enough water available for everyone who depends on the local supply. 

Uisce Éireann have said that they will continue to closely monitor water levels and network performance and will keep customers informed of any updates. 

Those affected can check the Service Updates section of water.ie, sign up for free text alerts using their Eircode and contact Uisce Éireann's customer care team 24/7 on 1800 278 278.