Uisce Éireann insists investment in water treatment infrastructure in Clare is ongoing, to offset the effects of high temperatures in the future.
The utility has urged people to conserve water this summer, as low reservoir levels caused by elevated temperatures is leading to water shortages and reduced pressure in some areas.
The Ennistymon, Lahinch, Fanore, Kilfenora and Ballyvaughan areas are the worst hit, though people across the county are advised to take steps to reduce their water consumption, with ongoing temperatures of around 25 degrees are forecast.
Uisce Éireann’s Regional Operations Lead, Duane O’Brien says the utility is investment in projects such as Ennistymon Water Treatment Plant to combat water shortages in Clare.
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