Uisce Éireann says the ongoing dry spell is placing significant pressure on water supplies.
Anyone who breaches the incoming hosepipe ban could face fines of up to €5,000.
Uisce Eireann says the prolonged dry weather is seriously impacting water supplies.
It could be extended to other areas if the hot weather continues.
Rhode's Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel says any rain is some way off.
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