Works on-going to restore water supply as quickly as possible in Meelick following burst water main

16 March 2024

Information below is relevant until further updates are provided here or on our Supply and Service Updates section.

Water services engineers are working to complete repairs to this burst

Following a burst to a large trunk water main this morning, Uisce Éireann is working to restore the water supply as quickly as possible to approximately 2,000 customers in the Old Crotlowe Road area of Meelick.

Water services engineers are working to complete repairs to this burst and every effort is being made to reduce the impact on homes and businesses. Repairs are due to be completed by approximately 6pm, however, it may take two to three hours for normal supply to fully restore to all areas as the water refills the network, especially for those on higher ground or at the end of the network.

Speaking about the unplanned outage, Water Operations Lead for Uisce Éireann, Darragh Conneely said: “Expert crews are onsite working hard get repair the burst as soon as possible and restore customers’ water supply. We regret any inconvenience as a result of this issue and thank the local community for their patience.” 

Vulnerable customers who have registered with Uisce Éireann receive direct communications for planned and unplanned outages lasting more than four hours. 

The Uisce Éireann customer care helpline is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278 and customers can also contact us on X @IWCare with any queries. For updates please visit our Water Supply Updates section of the Uisce Éireann website.