LATEST: Water outage continues in Cork as essential works 'have proven difficult'
Irish Water has announced an overnight interruption to the Drinagh Water Supply in West Cork.
Irish Water has advised that an interruption to Drinagh Water Supply is expected to continue into the evening as it carries out essential works.
The company said it is working in conjunction with Cork County Council to resolve an issue with the treatment process at the Drinagh Water Treatment Plant as quickly as possible.
In a statement today, Irish Water said the works, which began yesterday, "have proven difficult and the disruption to the water supply has been extended until 8pm this evening".
Typically, it takes two to three hours following repairs for normal supply to restore to all customers affected by an unplanned outage.
For further updates see the Irish Water website www.water.ie.
Irish Water has announced an overnight interruption to the Drinagh Water Supply in West Cork, affecting approximately 250 customers.
The company said it is working in conjunction with Cork County Council to resolve an issue with the treatment process at the Drinagh Water Treatment Plant as quickly as possible.
Works are expected to be completed tomorrow afternoon.
Irish Water has advised customers that it typically takes two to three hours following repairs for normal water supply to be restored to everyone affected by an unplanned outage.
Speaking about the outage, Pat Britton of Irish Water said:
“The works are being conducted as quickly and efficiently as possible to minimise disruption to the community and restore water for all customers.
“We understand the inconvenience an unplanned outage can have, and we appreciate the patience of all our customers as we work to restore the water supply to all properties as quickly as possible.”
Mr Britton said bottled water is available for the customers affected at Drinagh Coop Central Head Office.
For further updates see the Irish Water website www.water.ie.
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