Water supply returning in North Mayo after successful repairs

Water supply is returning to normal levels in Crossmolina this afternoon after the successful repair of a water main which burst this morning.

Approximately 100 Uisce Éireann customers in the Churchfield and Abbeytown areas of the town were affected by disruptions to their supply as a result of the burst. Crews mobilised to site this morning to locate and isolate the burst on the main, and repairs were complete at approximately 3pm.

Typically, it takes three to four hours following repairs for normal supply to be restored to all customers affected by an unplanned outage. However, it may take longer for normal supply to be restored to customers at the end of the network or on higher ground as the network recharges.

Colette Scahill of Uisce Éireann said that customers who were affected by supply disruptions this morning should find their supply returning in the coming hours.

“Our crews worked as quickly as possible in difficult weather conditions to locate and repair this burst and restore normal supply for impacted customers," said Colette.

“We are conscious that customers in Crossmolina and the surrounding area have suffered a number of outages over the last week and we wish to thank impacted residents and businesses for the understanding they have shown while these have been addressed.”

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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