Uisce Éireann crews investigating burst main in Crossmolina

Uisce Éireann crews are investigating a burst water main which is impacting supply to customers in the Crossmolina area this evening.

Homes and businesses in Rathnamagh, Crossmolina and surrounding areas may be experiencing low pressure or intermittent supply as a result of this burst.

Alternative water supplies in the form of tankers have been made available to impacted customers. The tankers are located at Rathnamagh and Abbeytown.

Customers are reminded to bring their own containers when drawing water from the tankers, and to boil the water before use as a precautionary measure.

Colette Scahill of Uisce Éireann said that crews are currently on site investigating the source of the burst and will commence repairs as soon as possible.

“We acknowledge the inconvenience that supply disruptions such as these can cause for our customers, and we thank the local community for their understanding while our crews work to locate and repair this burst,” said Colette.

Vulnerable customers who have registered with Uisce Éireann receive direct communications for planned and unplanned outages lasting more than four hours. To register as a vulnerable customer or as an alternative contact, visit water.ie.

Uisce Éireann’s customer care team is available to help 24/7 on 1800 278 278 and customers can also contact Uisce Éireann on X @IWCare with any queries. 

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 water.ie.

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