Water resources are only moderately exploited in Ireland and there could be shortages in eastern areas, the EPA warns. This is due to a combination of having the lowest rainfall and the greatest population. The problem could be most serious in Dublin, where some existing sources are at full capacity.
Eastern areas face water shortages
Water resources are only moderately exploited in Ireland and there could be shortages in eastern areas, the EPA warns
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