Restrictions to stay as councils battle to fix leaks

WATER supplies in many parts of the country will still to be restricted today as local authorities continue to repair leaks caused by this week’s sudden thaw.

An unprecedented loss of water in the Dublin area saw restrictions being placed throughout many regions.

Dublin City Council — which caters for half a million people — said it was down 20 million litres of water a day on normal levels. Homeowners, businesses and schools as well as those with empty properties have been asked to check for leaks.