Water main burst causes outage in Wexford town
A burst water main led to a disruption of supply across Wexford town on 29 August 2026. Repair crews worked at Whiterock Hill to restore service, with full recovery expected later that afternoon.
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Uisce Éireann (Irish Water) News
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Residents and businesses in Wexford town experienced a water outage on the morning of 29 August 2026 due to a burst main at Whiterock Hill. Specialist repair teams were promptly deployed to address the issue and work towards restoring the water supply.
Padraig Lyng, a spokesperson for Uisce Éireann, emphasised the inconvenience caused by such unexpected incidents. He explained that the repair was prioritised to enable the affected network to refill, with restoration anticipated by the afternoon, followed by a few hours for the system to stabilise.
Recognising the impact on vulnerable customers, particularly those reliant on continuous water access for medical needs, Uisce Éireann continued to provide updates through multiple channels. Customers were encouraged to register for real-time alerts via text service, social media, or the dedicated 24/7 helpline to stay informed during such disruptions.
Padraig Lyng, a spokesperson for Uisce Éireann, emphasised the inconvenience caused by such unexpected incidents. He explained that the repair was prioritised to enable the affected network to refill, with restoration anticipated by the afternoon, followed by a few hours for the system to stabilise.
Recognising the impact on vulnerable customers, particularly those reliant on continuous water access for medical needs, Uisce Éireann continued to provide updates through multiple channels. Customers were encouraged to register for real-time alerts via text service, social media, or the dedicated 24/7 helpline to stay informed during such disruptions.
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