Galway Bay fm newsroom – An emergency traffic plan remains in place near Cloonacauneen at the N17 this evening while crews work to repair a burst watermain.
Around 500 homes along the N17 between Twomileditch and Claregalway are without water since earlier today.
Irish Water says a large watermain has burst near McHugh’s pub.
A repair crew and specialist machinery is on site to replace the damaged section of pipe.
Group water schemes in the area are also likely to be affected by the disruption to supply.
Again, motorists travelling on the N17 this evening are advised to be aware that there is temporary traffic management measures in place to facilitate the repair works.
Irish Water says it hopes to have supply restored by this evening.