Update on burst wastewater main in Dundalk

Burst due to heavy rainfall

Following a period of heavy rainfall a significant burst has occurred on a combined storm and sewage main on Quay Street in Dundalk. The burst occurred between the pumping station and the wastewater treatment plant. Once the burst was reported the pumping station was shut down to limit the impact on the locality.

Crews onsite to repair the burst as quickly as possible

Crews are onsite working to repair the burst as quickly as possible and a cleanup of the impacted area is underway. Tankers are currently on site to transfer wastewater to the treatment plant while repair works are ongoing.

We understand the concern of property owners affected by the incident and apologise for any inconvenience caused. We would also like to apologise to any other members of the public inconvenienced as a result of this issue.

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