Overnight water restrictions introduced in West Cork to preserve daytime supply

Uisce Éireann urges Bantry residents to conserve water as overnight cuts begin amid increased summer demand

The North East Regional supply serves almost 8,000 people.

Overnight restrictions on water supply will be introduced in parts of West Cork starting tonight to maintain daytime availability.

Uisce Éireann said that from Wednesday night, consumers in the Bantry area will face overnight water restrictions from 10pm to 7am, with the measures remaining in place until Monday, July 7.

People in Bantry town, Newstown, Slip, Milleenacoola, Ballylicky, Snave, Coomhola, and surrounding areas will be affected.

They may experience supply interruptions, discolouration, or reduced pressure during the restriction period.

Uisce Éireann advised customers to allow three to four hours after the restoration time for full supply to return, and warned there may be temporary discolouration as water re-enters the network following the overnight cuts.

The utility’s operations manager, Niall O’Riordan, apologised for the inconvenience but said the measures are essential to maintain a consistent daytime supply.

“These restrictions are required to allow the overall supply to replenish following a period of high demand,” he said.

“We are doing everything we can to protect and maintain supplies as we go through the summer, but we’re also asking for Bantry/Cahernacrin customers to help by doing what they can to reduce their use.

“If everyone in the area takes a few simple steps to reduce the volume used around their homes, businesses, and gardens, we can make our water go further and help maintain normal supplies.” 

Water-saving tips are available at www.water.ie/conserve.