How to prepare for bad weather
Weather is the one thing you can’t control. But you can control how you are prepared for bad weather. In the event that we get another severe cold spell this winter there are a number of steps you can take to help:
- Do not leave taps running to prevent frozen pipes. Leaving taps running increases the demand on the water network, which will end up prolonging the problem. Instead you should prepare your pipes for winter
- Report any suspect leaks by contacting us at the details below.
- Continue to conserve water. You don’t have to make any major lifestyle changes to make a difference. By making small changes to some of your daily activities we can significantly reduce the volume of water we waste. See www.taptips.ie for more information.
- Keep informed. If it is necessary to introduce water pressure restrictions it is important to know where to find information about affected areas and temporary tanker locations. Daily updates are posted on www.dublincity.ie
- Have some empty 5 litre containers readily available. This might come in useful if you are without water and need to fill from one of our temporary water tankers.
Find out why it is necessary to impose water restrictions during a severe cold spell.
If you are without water for any period of time the following Q&As may be useful.
Find out what to do if your pipes do freeze and how to turn off your water supply