Warning remains in effect since Friday due to treatment plant sanitation problem
A boil water notice has been issued for Wexford Town due to a sanitation problem at the water treatment plant, affecting approximately 22,000 people supplied by the Wexford Town Public Water Supply.
The warning, which came into effect last Friday, advises that untreated water may have been mixed with drinking water in the distribution system. All residents and businesses under the affected supply are urged to boil water before consumption.
Authorities have emphasized that water must be boiled before drinking, cooking food, brushing teeth and making ice. The boiling requirement applies to all water used for human consumption until the notice is lifted.
Irish Water is investigating how contaminated water entered the supply system, with water testing underway in conjunction with the Health Service Executive to determine the extent of contamination and ensure safety before the notice can be removed.
Residents can check if their home is affected by visiting the Irish Water website at www.water.ie and entering their Eircode, or by calling the 24-hour helpline at 1800 278 278.
Boil water notices are issued when there is a risk that drinking water may be contaminated with harmful bacteria or other pathogens. Water should be brought to a rolling boil and allowed to cool before use. Boiled water can be stored in clean, covered containers in the refrigerator.
Irish Water has not yet provided an estimated timeline for when the notice will be lifted, stating that comprehensive testing must confirm water safety before normal consumption can resume. The utility has apologized for the inconvenience and assured customers that resolving the issue is a priority.
The notice affects homes, businesses, schools and other facilities connected to the Wexford Town public water supply, requiring alternative arrangements for drinking water or implementation of boiling protocols throughout the affected area.