1 week Ago By Faye Dorgan
UISCE Éireann would like to remind customers supplied by the Cappamore Foileen Public Water Supply that the Boil Water Notice remains in place. This notice was issued as a precautionary measure to protect the health of approximately 2,300 customers on 26 September 2023 and was put in place due to the detection of cryptosporidium in the water supply. The notice impacts all customers supplied by the Cappamore Foileen Public Water Supply, including Carrigmore, which is now supplied from the Cappamore Scheme.
Customers can check if their property is included by visiting www.water.ie and entering the property’s Eircode or by calling the Uisce Éireann customer care helpline, open 24/7, on 1800 278 278.
Uisce Éireann say they are continuing to prioritise works to safely lift the Boil Water Notice. READ ALSO: Limerick City and County Council announces Christmas opening hours "Expert crews working on site are implementing remedial measures to existing processes and undertaking upgrades at the plant. This includes the installation of a state-of-the-art ultraviolet disinfection unit which will provide an effective and reliable barrier to eliminate the risk of cryptosporidium.
" The ESB are also working to upgrade the site to minimise any potential delay and lift this notice in the shortest possible timeframe. Customers can expect the BWN to be in place until early 2025 and we will continue to keep the community informed on progress through Uisce Éireann’s various channels. Uisce Éireann’s Duane O’Brien said: "We recognise the significant inconvenience to impacted customers to have a Boil Water Notice in place for a prolonged period of time.
Public health remains the number one priority for Uisce Éireann. "Our drinking water standards, as per EU Drinking Water regulations, are strict and include wide safety margins. Where risks to water quality are identified through Uisce Éireann’s enhanced testing and monitoring programme, the HSE (Health Service Executive) are consulted, and Boil Water Notices are issued to protect public health.
" Vulnerable customers who have registered with Uisce Éireann receive direct communication on BWNs. Customers are reminded that the water is safe to consume once boiled..
