asked the Minister for the Environment if his attention has been drawn to the recent problems experienced by Dublin fire services in fighting fire on Howth Hill, County Dublin, as a result of low water pressure; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Howth (Dublin) Low Water Pressure Problem.
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I understand that the fire in question was a gorse fire which was attended by units from the Dublin Corporation Fire Brigade. I am informed that an adequate supply of water was available for the purpose of bringing the fire under control. However, as a result of the demand made by the fire brigade, residents in the area experienced temporary water shortages due to the depletion of the water reservoir.