Uisce Éireann is undertaking essential works at the Ballinamuck Water Treatment Plant as part of a €29.5 million upgrade intended to deliver long-term benefits for Dungarvan and surrounding communities.

To facilitate the works, a planned interruption to water supply in Dungarvan and Abbeyside will run from 6pm on Monday, 9 November until 9am on Tuesday, 10 November.

Further localised night-time restrictions will be in place in Abbeyside, Duckspool, Ballinroad and Ballinacourty between 11pm and 7am over three nights, from Tuesday, 10 November to Thursday, 12 November, to help the network recover.

Some customers in An Rinn may also experience low pressure or supply interruptions from approximately 11pm on Monday, 9 November to 8am on Tuesday, 10 November due to low reservoir levels.

These temporary measures are required to safely complete network connections. Uisce Éireann acknowledges the impact on customers and thanks them for their patience. After supply is restored, it may take two to three hours for normal pressure to return as the network recharges, with longer delays possible for properties on higher ground or at the end of the network. Some customers may notice temporary discolouration as supply returns; they are advised to run the cold kitchen tap for several minutes until it runs clear. If water does not clear, do not drink it and contact Uisce Éireann.

Talking about the project Conor Williams, Programme Manager with Uisce Éireann said: "The new Ballinamuck Water Treatment Plant will deliver a more resilient water supply that will meet the needs of the region now and into the future, while supporting public health, and sustainable growth."

Conor Williams added: "We would like to thank the local community for their support and patience during this planned interruption."

On completion, the new plant will improve drinking water quality, enhance security of supply and support future growth across Dungarvan and nearby areas.