'Urgent' repairs underway after major water main bursts in north Dublin

Eva Osborne

Uisce Éireann is carrying out urgent repair works following a large burst on a major water main in north Dublin, resulting in water outages and low pressure.

Fairview Road is closed while Uisce Éireann carries out the repairs at Edge’s Corner, Fairview Park.

Traffic management measures are in place, with gardaí on site, while Dublin Fire Brigade is assisting with flooding in the area.

Areas currently experiencing water outages include: Bayside, Collins Avenue, Howth Road, Raheny, Clontarf, Artane, Fairview, Kilbarrack, North Strand, Drumcondra. All other locations in north Dublin may be experiencing reduced water pressure.

Uisce Éireann said repair works are ongoing and are expected to continue for some time.

Keith Conmy with Uisce Éireann said: “The repair is being carried out as quickly and as safely as possible. We understand the significant impact this incident is having on households experiencing water outages, as well as the considerable disruption being caused to traffic.

"This is a complex repair, and we appreciate the patience of customers and morning commuters as we work to restore normal water supply and reopen roads as quickly as possible.”

Once water is restored, customers may experience temporary discolouration as the network refills. If this occurs, Uisce Éireann recommends running the cold kitchen tap until the water runs clear.

Following repair works, it typically takes three to four hours for normal supply to return to all customers as the network refills, particularly for those on higher ground or at the end of the network.