Overnight water restrictions to impact Enniscorthy homes
Typically, it takes two to three hours for normal supply to restore to all areas as the water refills the network, especially for those on higher ground or at the end of the network.
Padraig Lyng, Uisce Éireann Water Operations Manager in Wexford has assured customers that every effort is being made to restore supply to normal levels.
'We understand the impact of overnight restrictions, but these measures are necessary to ensure continuous daytime supply for homes and businesses while we allow the reservoir levels time to recover,' said Padraig.
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