*Photograph: John Sheridan
OVERNIGHT water restrictions have been extended in North Clare for a further three nights, at least.
Restrictions on water use have been in place for parts of North Clare since Thursday night and Uisce Éireann have confirmed this will be until Wednesday when a further review will be held.
Ballyvaughan, Ennistymon, Fanore, Doolin, Kilfenora, Kilshanny, Lahinch, Liscannor and Lisdoonvarna have had overnight restrictions in place since last Thursday. Following an operational assessment on Monday morning, Uisce Éireann have extended the restrictions until Wednesday when a further assessment will take place.
An increased use of water during the current warm of spell of weather has led to Uisce Éireann’s supplies being used faster than the water can be treated and stored in local reservoirs.
In North Clare, targeted tankering operations continue to replenish treated water reservoirs and support local water supplies and customers in areas where we are seeing increased demand for water.
Darragh Conneely, Operations Manager, Uisce Éireann renewed his appeal to communities across Clare to support the conservation measures. “Night time restrictions are being implemented to support treated reservoir recovery and maintain daytime supply. Conserving water will help protect resources and maintain supply for all. When there is an increase in temperatures it leads to a rise in demand for water. Water is a hugely precious resource, and it is important we all play our part to conserve water. Simple steps taken at home, in the garden and at work can make a real difference in protecting supply during this time”.
