Loughrea Water Quality

Shopper77

Hi there
There has been a lot of talk of illnesses in an estate in Loughrea being diagnosed as a specific bacteria found in water. Independent testing undertaken by the householder, who had been advised the the water was drinkable, shows that the water is not fit for human consumption.
Naturally as a parent of young children I am anxious about water quality - how do we know if:
A) the water is safe given this household were told it was and both hospital testing of the ill child and independent lab testing of their water showed bacteria.
if this bacteria is present in all loughrea water supply (or isn’t) is IW going to confirm either way.
C) if the water is not fit for consumption can it be drunk after boiling or should we be purchasing water - for our young kids specifically.
I understand these issues can take time to work through but We, and a number of our friends, share these concerns so we would appreciate an update as soon as possible.
Thank you.

Irish Water: Daniel V

Hi there,

Thank you for getting in touch and for highlighting this matter to us. The Boil Water Notice for this area was lifted following consultation with the HSE and the water quality results for your area are available online here.

If you believe that there is an issue with the water quality in your area; can you please PM us with the below details and a member of our team will look into this?

- Name;
- Contact number;
- Full address, including Eircode;
- If the supply to your cold kitchen tap is affected;
- If there is a smell coming from your water supply;
- Are there any particles in the water supply;
- Is there any discolouration;
- If your neighbours are affected; and
- If your supply was privately tested; can you provide us with the results of the test?

Thanks,
Daniel