Limerick County Council has announced it will be restricting the water supply in parts of West Limerick overnight after oil entered the River Deel from a commercial property.
The Council is advising approximately 1,500 households in Askeaton, Foynes, Shanagolden, Creeves and surrounding areas that the water supply will be shut off from 9:00 PM tonight to 7:00 AM tomorrow, Friday.
Donal Brennan, Senior Engineer explained: “Limerick County Council decided to restrict the water supply following an incident that resulted in a volume of kerosene entering the River Deel. The Council also has ceased production at the Shannon Estuary Area Water Supply Plant in Askeaton until the pollution incident has passed.”
Mr. Brennan continued: “The Council is continuing efforts to minimise the impact of the pollution incident on the River. 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”, he added.
