Irish Water reveals locations there will be pressure on water supply during hot spell - with possible restrictions to come

Irish Water has warned that an increase in demand for water over the coming weeks could put pressure on water supplies in some areas.

They have issued an appeal to the public to be mindful of their water usage over the coming weeks in order to avoid water restrictions later in the summer.

Ireland's water supply is expected to be affected by both summer holidaymakers and the incoming heatwave as they country is set to be hit with 'exceptionally warm' conditions' with temperatures of up to 32C over the coming days.