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Water supply in Leinster counties to be hit as major pipeline undergoes ‘critical' repairs
Water supply in Leinster counties to be hit as major pipeline undergoes ‘critical' repairs

Irish Times

time2 days ago

  • Climate
  • Irish Times

Water supply in Leinster counties to be hit as major pipeline undergoes ‘critical' repairs

More than 900 people in Kildare will have their water supply disrupted over the August bank holiday weekend as Uisce Éireann carries out 'critical' repairs to a pipeline that supplies a third of the greater Dublin area's drinking water. Households in Kill, Arthurstown, Rathmore, Athgoe and Tipperkevin will see an interruption to water supply from 10pm on Friday to 3am on Sunday as the 'major' pipeline is drained to facilitate the works. An Uisce Éireann spokesman said additional water supplies will be provided at Rathmore National School and Kill Equestrian Centre in Newtown. Customers in Dublin and parts of Wicklow could also experience disturbances to their water supply during the repair period. READ MORE Interruptions may include low water pressure, discoloured water or water outages. A map of areas that may experience disruption to water supplies this weekend. Photograph: Uisce Éireann Customers are advised to ensure they have enough drinking water, to turn off all pre-programmed appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines, and to ensure all taps are turned off before and during the planned supply disruption. Uisce Éireann said it is carrying out 'critical and complex' repairs to the pipeline that connects Ballymore Eustace Water Treatment Plant and the Saggart Reservoir. It has identified several sections that are at risk of failing and several leaks. The national water utility said it has ensured all treated water reservoirs in the greater Dublin are are 'as full as possible'. It said most homes and businesses have on-site water storage as a back-up water source for sanitation purposes. Uisce Éireann has called on members of the public to reduce their water use over the weekend to 'help maintain or extend water supply during the repairs, for yourself, and, importantly, for vulnerable and high-risk users including hospitals and care homes'. [ How to save water: The average Irish person uses 133 litres a day Opens in new window ] People are asked to refrain from 'filling baths, car washing, power hosing, window washing, filling paddling pools and anything that is not vital'. Declan Healy, programme manager at Uisce Éireann, said specialist teams will repair five leaks and replace a damaged section of pipeline. To do this, the water flowing through the pipe will be turned off temporarily and the pipeline will be drained. 'Draining the pipe will allow specialist crews to go inside the pipeline to repair five active leaks using bespoke methods. Another specialist team will remove 35 metres of degraded pipeline and install a new section of pipeline,' he added. Uisce Éireann's head of water operations, Margaret Attridge, said the specialist repair crews have a 'very tight deadline to finish the repairs and refill the pipeline with water'. This is because the pipeline can only be shut down for up to 28 hours before water storage levels become too low, which could lead to widespread disruption, she said.

Belfast Zoo: Closure due 'maintenance issue' with water supply
Belfast Zoo: Closure due 'maintenance issue' with water supply

BBC News

time2 days ago

  • General
  • BBC News

Belfast Zoo: Closure due 'maintenance issue' with water supply

An on-site water supply issue has been blamed for Belfast Zoo closing its doors for a second follows the zoo previously being closed due to an outbreak last month. The zoo said on Sunday, it was closed for essential maintenance added that a team would be on-site as normal, ensuring all animals continue to receive the "highest standard of care and have everything they need". The zoo also apologised for any inconvenience caused for those with pre-booked tickets and advised them to contact them for a refund.

Sarawak water agencies on high alert amid prolonged hot weather
Sarawak water agencies on high alert amid prolonged hot weather

Malay Mail

time4 days ago

  • Climate
  • Malay Mail

Sarawak water agencies on high alert amid prolonged hot weather

SEBUYAU, July 26 — Sarawak's water supply agencies are on high alert as the state braces for prolonged hot and dry weather, said State Utility and Telecommunication Minister, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi. He said all agencies under his ministry including the Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB), Kuching Water Board, Sibu Water Board, and Laku Management Sdn Bhd have been instructed to continuously monitor water sources as part of standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure stable and reliable supply for consumers. 'This is part of our ministry's standard operating procedure (SOP) to ensure water supply sources are regularly monitored to maintain service stability and reliability for consumers,' he told a press conference after officiating the Petronas Powering Knowledge: MLNG Bestari Outreach Programme at SMK Sebuyau today. Julaihi said his ministry is also working closely with the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) and stands ready to provide water supply assistance if necessary, although the situation remains under control for now. 'All water treatment plants across Sarawak are operating well and capable of meeting demand,' he said, while noting that disruptions may only occur in cases such as pipeline leaks, either due to aging infrastructure or third-party damage. 'Nevertheless, our agencies are always prepared to respond swiftly to any impact from the hot spell,' he said. Julaihi also urged the public to conserve water and follow any water-saving directives issued by the authorities. Meanwhile, the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a heatwave alert for four areas in Sarawak — Sibu, Marudi, Telang Usan, and Limbang — following persistently high temperatures. The alert is triggered when daily maximum temperatures reach between 35°C and 37°C for at least three consecutive days. For updates on the current heatwave status, the public can visit MetMalaysia's official website at — The Borneo Post

New Dam Inaugurated in Dirfo Administrative Area
New Dam Inaugurated in Dirfo Administrative Area

Zawya

time6 days ago

  • Politics
  • Zawya

New Dam Inaugurated in Dirfo Administrative Area

A new dam in the Dirfo administrative area, Central Region, constructed at a cost of over 15 million Nakfa with a capacity to hold more than 200 thousand cubic meters of water, was inaugurated on 22 July. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Mr. Fesehaye Haile, Governor of the Central Region; General Filipos Woldeyohannes, Chief of Staff of the Eritrean Defense Forces; as well as senior commanders of the Central Command and Popular Force. Eng. Abraham Daniel, head of agricultural infrastructure in the Central Region, stated that construction of the dam began in December 2023 and was completed in April 2025 with strong participation from the public and members of the Defense Forces. Commending the initiative as a lasting solution to the potable water supply problem of the residents, Mr. Omar Ibrahim, administrator of the area, expressed readiness to conduct regular follow-up for the sustainability of the dam. Noting that the project provided valuable hands-on experience, the Commander of the Defense Forces involved in the construction said it would significantly contribute to their future participation in similar national development projects. Mr. Fesehaye Haile, for his part, noted that in the past two years, new dams have been constructed in the administrative areas of Gul-i, Temameo, Adi-Qe, and Arbe Robu, and that the Dirfo dam is a continuation of the same initiative. Certificates of recognition were awarded to individuals and groups who contributed to the project. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.

Abingdon Reservoir judicial review dismissed by High Court
Abingdon Reservoir judicial review dismissed by High Court

BBC News

time7 days ago

  • Business
  • BBC News

Abingdon Reservoir judicial review dismissed by High Court

A water firm can move forward with its plan to build one of the country's largest reservoirs, after a claim for a judicial review was dismissed in the High Water's £2.2bn South East Strategic Reservoir Option (SESRO), will be created near Abingdon, Oxfordshire, to cope with increasing demand and climate project will cover an area the size of Gatwick Airport and the company says it will secure supply for 15 million charity CPRE Oxfordshire and water safety group Safer Waters, who brought the case to the High Court, said it would devastate local ecology and livelihoods. They were challenging Environment Secretary Steve Reed's decision to approve the water company's Water Resource Management Plan, which includes the new 4.5 sq mile (7 sq km) reservoir. Thames Water intends to submit an application to construct and maintain the reservoir next year. If that is granted, it hopes to start building in 2029 with the reservoir operational from water would supply customers in Oxfordshire and others in London and the South East, Thames Water said. It said it would "provide opportunities to create new habitats and increase biodiversity, as well as providing new leisure and recreation facilities". Derek Stork, a director of Safer Waters, previously said the project was "a scandalous misuse of public money". Lisa Warne, director of CPRE Oxfordshire, had called on the government to "prioritise leakage reduction, water reuse, and efficiency, not this vanity reservoir".It was designated a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project in June. You can follow BBC Oxfordshire on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.

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