Overnight Water Restrictions in Skibbereen to Continue Over the Weekend

Targeted overnight restrictions introduced in Skibbereen earlier this week will remain in place over the weekend, as Uisce Éireann works to support reservoir recovery and help safeguard daytime water supply for homes and businesses.

While raw water sources remain stable, the level of demand is placing pressure on the treatment process. This means treated water is being used more quickly than it can be produced and stored in local reservoirs. During the day, customers are being encouraged to reduce usage where possible to help maintain supply and support the overnight recovery measures.

Customers in Skibbereen, Lake Cross, Union Hall, Squince, Myross, Castletownsend, Sandycove, Tragumna, Lough Hyne, Coom and surrounding areas may experience low pressure or a disruption to their water supply between 10.30pm each night and 7am the following morning.

The restrictions came into effect in Skibbereen on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 and will remain in place over the weekend, with a review scheduled for Monday, 29 June 2026.

Elsewhere, tankering remains in place in Bantry as a contingency measure to support the Derryginach and Cahernacrin schemes, with additional tankering underway at Leap Reservoir.

Uisce Éireann said it will continue to closely monitor water levels in Skibbereen, Bantry and Leap, with daily operational decisions guided by demand, usage patterns and prevailing weather conditions.

Niall O'Riordan, Operations Manager, Uisce Éireann:

"Nighttime restrictions are being implemented to support treated reservoir recovery and maintain daytime supply. Conserving water will help protect resources and maintain supply for all."

Uisce Éireann is reminding the public that simple steps taken at home, in the garden and at work can make a real difference in protecting supply. These include taking shorter showers, turning off the tap while brushing teeth, only running washing machines and dishwashers with a full load, and fixing dripping taps, which can waste between 5,000 and 10,000 litres of water a year.

More information on water conservation is available at water.ie/conservation.

Leaks in the public water network can be reported to Uisce Éireann on 1800 278 278. The customer care team is also available around the clock on the same number, or via X at @IWCare.