What’s Happening?
Uisce Éireann has confirmed a planned water outage that will affect over 1.5 million people across Dublin, Kildare, and Wicklow during the August bank holiday weekend.
The disruption is due to essential pipeline repairs between the Ballymore Eustace Water Treatment Plant and the Saggart Reservoir, two major sources for Dublin’s water supply.
When Will the Outage Happen?
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🕙 Start: Friday, August 2nd, from 10:00 PM
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🕒 End: Expected by 3:00 AM on Sunday, August 4th
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🧰 Reason: Repairs to 35 meters of pipeline and sealing 5 identified leaks
Will I Be Affected?
Yes — if you live in or near the following areas:
Dublin:
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Tallaght
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Clondalkin
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Rathfarnham
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Templeogue
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Crumlin
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Ballyfermot
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Dublin city centre
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South inner city
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Ballsbridge
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Ringsend
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Donnybrook
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Sandymount
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Clonskeagh
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Milltown
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Ranelagh
Kildare & Wicklow:
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Kill
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Arthurstown
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Rathmore
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Athgoe
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Tipperkevin
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Straffan
🔎 Check the official notice from Uisce Éireann here
What Kind of Disruption Should You Expect?
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Low water pressure
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Complete loss of supply
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Discoloured or cloudy water
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Air in pipes when the supply returns
Are Alternative Water Supplies Available?
Yes. Temporary water stations will be provided at the following locations:
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Rathmore National School
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Kill Equestrian Centre
Bring your own clean containers for collection.
How Should You Prepare?
Here’s a simple checklist to get through the outage:
✅ Fill up jugs, pots, and kettles ahead of time
✅ Avoid washing machines, dishwashers & showers during the outage
✅ Use stored water wisely – prioritize drinking and hygiene
✅ Turn off major appliances to prevent issues from low pressure
✅ After service returns, run cold taps for a few minutes to clear air and sediment
What If the Water Looks Dirty Afterwards?
Discolouration is normal after a large system restart.
Uisce Éireann advises residents to:
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Run cold water taps for several minutes
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Avoid using discoloured water for cooking or drinking
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Contact them if the issue doesn’t clear within a few hours
Final Thoughts
While the disruption is temporary, it’s one of the largest planned repair operations to date. The work is essential for long-term reliability of the water network — and with a bit of planning, households can avoid major inconvenience.
📢 Stay informed through Uisce Éireann’s updates and local council websites.
If you use a home water storage system or filtration unit, check it in advance to ensure everything’s functioning correctly during the supply return.
