Two Mayo areas urged to conserve water during warm weather spell
Customers are also encouraged to be alert to signs of leaks on their property, such as persistent damp patches on lawns or driveways.
Homes and businesses in Co Mayo are being urged to conserve water in the current spell of warm weather.
In particular, Uisce Éireann is asking customers in Achill and Kiltimagh to be mindful of their usage over the coming days, and to take steps to conserve water where possible.
Demand is at high levels in both Achill, where tourist numbers are increasing for the summer season, and in Kiltimagh, where this weekend’s Coillte Come Home Festival is expected to place increased pressure on the local network.
Colette Scahill of Uisce Éireann said that simple steps can go a long way towards protecting local water supplies and reducing the likelihood of outages or nighttime restrictions.
“We are experiencing high demand across the county, which is only set to rise as the warm weather arrives over the coming days,” said Colette.
“In Achill and Kiltimagh, in particular, demand is at a very high level. We’re urging customers in those areas, and across Mayo more generally, to be diligent in how they use water over the coming days, and to do their best to protect supplies for themselves and their neighbours.”
Customers are also encouraged to be alert to signs of leaks on their property, such as persistent damp patches on lawns or driveways.
