that a Do Not Consume notice issued in relation to the water supply in Cootehill remained in place. The notice was issued to Cootehill residents and business owners following the detection of elevated levels of manganese in the town’s water treatment plant. The problem has arisen due to environmental and technical issues, Irish Water stated. Irish Water has advised that boiling water will not make it suitable for consumption.
Water tankers will be provided at the Darley National School and the White Horse Hotel for local people. Irish Water said this water must be boiled before being used for drinking or for food preparation. The utility has also advised consumers to use an alternative safe source of drinking water such as bottled water for drinking purposes, food preparation and food cooking. The domestic water supply can still be used for flushing of…
