DISRUPTION AS MAJOR WATER MAIN BURSTS

A burst water main is causing disruption today across several villages in Northeast Donegal.

The major burst occurred in Fahan village at approx 6.45am.

Fahan, Inch, Burnfoot, Bridgend, Muff, Burt, Newtown, Carrigans, St. Johnston, and Manorcunningham have all been affected.

There is widespread traffic disruption as the council try to repair the damage.

Plans are in place to feed water from Northern Ireland into the affected areas.

The council has stated on their website that they hope to return normal water supplies by 4pm. They have apologised for any inconvenience caused.