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Water System Strains and Leaks | Cork News
Water woes hit nearly 200,000 people last year as boil notices and restrictions surged—up from just 84 the year before—highlighting a fragile system struggling with climate disruptions and aging infrastructure. While drinking water still meets high standards, the spike reveals critical gaps in treatment plant resilience. Meanwhile, 36% of water nationwide is lost to leaks, with major supplies losing over 33%. Though some previously “at-risk” systems have been fixed, 35 remain vulnerable, demanding urgent upgrades. The message: our water system is safe overall, but it’s time to make it…
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