News

13 June 2019

Working to improve performance of Limerick’s sewer network

Survey will assess the capacity, condition and performance level of the sewer network.

• Survey of 22 kilometres of sewers
• Mapping and inspecting approx 2,000 manholes
• Survey results will inform the Drainage Area Plans for Limerick City

13 June 2019

Improving Limerick’s sewer network

First time a survey of this scale has been carried out in the city

• Works will protect the environment
• Support social and economic development
• Minor road works around manholes will be required

13 June 2019

Pesticide exceedances on the rise in some counties

Farmers and other users urged to use best practice when spraying

• Improper use means pesticides can end up in drinking water
• Regulations for pesticides are very stringent
• Basic steps for reducing pesticide risks

31 May 2019

Urging people in East and South Limerick to help conserve water

Lack of rainfall has caused a drop in water levels

• Night time restrictions may be necessary
• Tankering water directly into the network
• Tips on how to conserve water

19 May 2019

Works underway to restore water supply in Dooradoyle following a water main burst

Crews have been mobilised and will repair the burst as soon as possible.

• Homes and businesses may be impacted by water outages during repairs
• Once repairs complete it can take a number of hours for sormal supply to return
• Updates available on our Supply and Service Section

16 May 2019

World class water analysis laboratory planned for Limerick

Limerick selected as planned location for new national laboratory

• Will receive up to 250,000 water & wastewater samples annually
• State of the art equipment for microbiological and chemical analysis 
• Enhance work in protecting the public health

3 May 2019

Ensuring delivery of first class water services for Limerick customers

Upgrading the fleet of water services vans in Limerick

• Improving the services we offer
• Working in a safe and efficient manner
• Delivering quality water and wastewater services

27 April 2019

Customers asked to conserve water in areas impacted by Storm Hannah

Small pockets are experiencing issues with water supply

• Counties Kerry, Clare, Limerick, Waterford and Meath affected
• Issues as a result of power outages in the area
• Customers asked to conserve water in impacted areas

15 April 2019

Replacing old water mains in Ardpatrick and Ballingaddy

Creating a more secure and reliable water supply for the area

• Replacing approximately 5.4km of old water mains
• Expected to be completed within 10 weeks
• Traffic management will be in place

8 March 2019

Female engineers in Irish Water want to inspire girls and young women to choose a career in engineering this International Women’s Day

Highlighting the varied and exciting nature of a career in engineering

• Irish Water committed to gender equality
• 50% of our Senior Management Team is female
• Info on all our events during Engineers Week 2019