Burst water mains in Kentstown affects supply

Uisce Éireann crews are working to repair a major burst in Kentstown and restore water to customers affected.

Areas impacted include Kentstown, Balrath, Danestown, Kilmoon, Davidstown, Rathfeigh and surrounding areas.

Uisce Éireann’s Michael Cunniffe has assured customers that every effort is being made to restore a full water supply as quickly as possible.

Repairs are expected to be completed by 5pm this evening. Typically, it takes two to three hours following repairs for normal supply to restore to all customers affected by an unplanned outage. However, it may take longer for normal supply to be restored to customers at the end of the network or on higher ground as the system recharges.

To ensure the safety of the crews carrying out the repairs to the burst and the safety of the public, traffic management will be in place and will be clearly signposted.

Vulnerable customers who have registered with Uisce Éireann receive direct communications for planned and unplanned outages lasting more than four hours. To register as a vulnerable customer or as an alternative contact, visit our Vulnerable Customers page.

Uisce Éireann says it is committed to keeping customers informed across multiple platforms 24/7 and is encouraging customers to engage with them through their website, X channels @IWCare and @IrishWater and through the customer care helpline which is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278.