News - water
Hundreds of households in County Longford affected by overnight water outages
2,500 households are affected by the night-time water restrictions.
Jul 19, 2021 12:34
New invasive species of mussel discovered on Lough Ree
The new species is apparently far more aggressive that the others.
Jul 15, 2021 13:42
Serious concerns over water quality in local rivers and lakes
Agricultural activities are the most common cause of human led water quality issues
Jul 14, 2021 17:32
Water restrictions lifted for Cairnhill reservoir supply users in Longford
The overnight restrictions were introduced last week after there were two leaks on main pipes in quick succession and the level of the reservoir dropped significantly
Jul 5, 2021 18:10
Irish Water reveals reason for restrictions in Drumlish and Ennybegs
Customers served by the Cairnhill reservoir are affected by these water restrictions.
Jul 2, 2021 08:19
No planned return of water charges
Plans unveiled to charge people for water in the last decade eventually had to be scrapped
May 11, 2021 12:21
New survey shows 70% of people in Roscommon use pesticides
The survey was carried out as part of a group water scheme led education drive, which took place in national schools through Roscommon.
Apr 25, 2021 09:42
Over 30 pesticide exceedances discovered in local drinking water supplies
According to Irish Water; rivers, lakes and reservoirs are extremely vulnerable to chemical runoff from land, with pollutants posing a serious risk to the environment.
Mar 18, 2021 13:31
Emergency works to begin at Tarmonbarry lock gates
Emergency repair works are to begin on the lock gates at Tarmonbarry on the River Shannon in the coming days. The works are being carried
Feb 22, 2021 07:44
Woman who left home near Lough Funshinagh says family will never return
A woman who had to abandon her home at Lough Funshinagh due to rising water levels says there is no way the family will ever
Feb 5, 2021 13:35
Family forced to leave their home as Lough Funshinagh flood waters rise
A second family has been forced to leave their home on the shores of Lough Funshinagh in south Roscommon. Video footage shared online shows Edward
Feb 3, 2021 11:30
Longford residents urged to conserve water due to reports of high usage
Irish Water customers in the Longford area are being urged to conserve water. Longford County Council and Irish Water are experiencing high rates of water
Jan 20, 2021 13:50
Roscommon records high daily consumption of water
Roscommon had the highest annual average consumption of water per meter per day of any county in Ireland in 2018. New figures from the CSO
Jan 15, 2021 10:31
Roscommon bar owner reveals water issues behind temporary kitchen 'closure'
The owner of a bar in Strokestown says they would never put the health of their customers at risk following a temporary closure order for
Jan 8, 2021 15:38Shannonside Newsletter
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