Ireland is currently facing significant drought conditions, with 12 counties officially designated as experiencing drought. Uisce Éireann is monitoring 31 catchment areas for low water supplies, leading to hosepipe bans in areas such as Cork, Tipperary, and Waterford. An extended period of warm weather is anticipated, yet rainfall remains below normal. Sustained high temperatures have resulted in increased demand for water, straining the capacities of treatment works. Without sufficient rainfall, further restrictions may be imposed in urban areas, indicating a critical situation regarding water availability.
Uisce Éireann is monitoring 31 catchment areas for low water supplies, with 12 counties officially in drought status, raising concerns about water conservation.
There are hosepipe bans in Cork, Tipperary, and Waterford, while water conservation orders have been in place for several regions for three months.
Twelve counties, including Cork, Galway, and Meath, are currently experiencing drought conditions, with below-normal rainfall expected for the month.
Sustained high temperatures lead to a surge in water demand from properties, exceeding the supply capacity of treatment works, as indicated by Uisce Éireann.
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