Customers in Ironmills called on to conserve water following a supply interruption at the Water Treatment Plant

Information below is relevant until further updates are provided here or on our Supply and Service Updates section

Uisce Éireann is asking customers in Ironmills to conserve water following a supply interruption at the Ironmills Water Treatment Plant which is reducing the amount of treated water being supplied to homes and businesses.  While Uisce Éireann have restored normal operations at the Water Treatment Plant, reservoir levels remain low, and the water supply is currently under pressure. 

Customers are being encouraged to reduce their usage where possible to help maintain supply which will allow the reservoir to recharge and minimise the impact on homes and businesses. As a result of the reduced supply, some customers in Ironmills and the surrounding area may experience lower pressure or interrupted water supply, particularly those at the end of the network or on higher ground. Simple steps taken at home, in the garden and at work can collectively make a real difference in protecting supply during this time. 

Uisce Éireann’s Pierce Faherty said: “While the plant is now back in operation, it will take time for the reservoir to sufficiently replenish. In the meantime, we are asking customers to be mindful of their usage to help maintain supply. Even small reductions in use, when taken across communities, can make a meaningful difference while we work to restore normal supply.”
 

Simple steps taken at home, in the garden and at work can make a real difference in protecting supply during this time.

More information on water conservation can be found on the Conservation section of our website. 

Tips to Conserve Water  

• Drop the hose: Use a rose-head watering can over a hose or sprinkler. Aim for the roots. Water plants early or late in the day to limit evaporation. 
• Take short showers instead of a bath:  Reducing your shower time can save up to 10 litres of water per minute. A typical bath uses 80 litres 
• Turn off the tap: Not running water while brushing your teeth or shaving can save up tosixlitres a minute. Keep a jug of water in the fridge for drinks. 
• Fill up your appliances: Only run your washing machine and dishwasher when they have a full load 
• Fix dripping taps:  A single dripping tap can waste between 5,000 and 10,000 litres of water a year 
• Use a basin in the sink: Use a basin when rinsing vegetables or washing dishes and reuse that water for your plants 
• Clean the car with a sponge:  When washing your car, avoid the hose and use a bucket and sponge instead. 
• Install a water butt: Use it to collect rainwater from your gutters for gardening or washing the yard 
• Pick plants wisely: Opt for low-water plants like lavender or olive trees. Established plants and lawns often don't need watering unless there's a drought 
• Lock in moisture: Add bark or plant material to flower beds to prevent evaporation or use gel beads in pots to keep roots hydrated. 

Members of the public can report any leaks in the public water network by contacting Uisce Éireann at 1800 278 278 or online at our Report a Leak page.

Uisce Éireann’s customer care team is available 24/7 on 1800 278 278 and customers can also contact us on X @IWCare with any queries. For further updates, visit the Supply and Services section of our website.

Uisce Éireann has a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number at our Text Alerts page.