By Dan Walsh
A Boil Water Notice has been issued to protect the health of approximately 1,723 customers supplied by Ferns Public Water Supply following the detection of cryptosporidium in the water supply.
The notice was issued this evening (Friday) following consultation with the Health Service Executive and Uisce Éireann.
All consumers affected by this notice must boil their water before drinking.
Vulnerable customers who have registered with Uisce Éireann receive direct communication on Boil Water Notices. Customers are reminded that the water is safe to consume once boiled.
Updates are available on water.ie, on Twitter @IWCare and via the customer care helpline, open 24/7 on 1800 278 278.
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