Limerick County Council says it has employed two environmental pollution firms to assist the cleanup operation along the River Deel, after a significant volume of oil entered the river this week.
Water restrictions affecting approximately 1,500 households are expected to remain in place until early next week. The Council also has ceased production at the Shannon Estuary Area Water Supply Plant in Askeaton until the pollution incident has passed
Limerick County Council today established a helpline, while nine tankers providing fresh drinking water are being provided throughout West Limerick.
Donal Brennan, Senior Engineer with Limerick County Council said that the water supply would remain switched off in some areas, while intermittent services would exist elsewhere.
He added: “Areas affected by the water restrictions include Askeaton, Foynes, Shanagolden, Ballysteen, Kilcornan, Creeves, and surrounding areas. The water supply is being restored on a restricted basis for customers in Foynes and Shanagolden. Consumers are likely to experience reduced pressure, however, and we would urge them to conserve water. There will be further shut-offs this evening from 8pm in these locations”.
“The Council, assisted by two environmental pollution specialist firms, is continuing efforts to minimise the impact of the pollution incident on the River Deel. The Environment Section of Limerick County Council is investigating the matter. Every effort will be made to ensure water restrictions are minimised, and we thank customers for their patience and understanding”, added Mr. Brennan.
Limerick County Council has established a helpline (061-496493) for customers affected by the water restrictions. The helpline will operate until 6.00 pm today, Saturday, and from 12.00 to 6.00 pm on Sunday
Water tankers are being provided at the following locations: Askeaton (The Public Swimming Pool, community centre, church carpark, Supervalu Twohigs and the Kingspan Factory); Ballysteen (outside church); Foynes (Corgrig Housing Estate, public carpark near children’s playground); Shanagolden (Main St.); Kilcornan (Burial Ground).
Water restrictions affecting approximately 1,500 households are expected to remain in place until early next week. The Council also has ceased production at the Shannon Estuary Area Water Supply Plant in Askeaton until the pollution incident has passed
Limerick County Council today established a helpline, while nine tankers providing fresh drinking water are being provided throughout West Limerick.
Donal Brennan, Senior Engineer with Limerick County Council said that the water supply would remain switched off in some areas, while intermittent services would exist elsewhere.
He added: “Areas affected by the water restrictions include Askeaton, Foynes, Shanagolden, Ballysteen, Kilcornan, Creeves, and surrounding areas. The water supply is being restored on a restricted basis for customers in Foynes and Shanagolden. Consumers are likely to experience reduced pressure, however, and we would urge them to conserve water. There will be further shut-offs this evening from 8pm in these locations”.
“The Council, assisted by two environmental pollution specialist firms, is continuing efforts to minimise the impact of the pollution incident on the River Deel. The Environment Section of Limerick County Council is investigating the matter. Every effort will be made to ensure water restrictions are minimised, and we thank customers for their patience and understanding”, added Mr. Brennan.
Limerick County Council has established a helpline (061-496493) for customers affected by the water restrictions. The helpline will operate until 6.00 pm today, Saturday, and from 12.00 to 6.00 pm on Sunday
Water tankers are being provided at the following locations: Askeaton (The Public Swimming Pool, community centre, church carpark, Supervalu Twohigs and the Kingspan Factory); Ballysteen (outside church); Foynes (Corgrig Housing Estate, public carpark near children’s playground); Shanagolden (Main St.); Kilcornan (Burial Ground).
