Uisce Éireann insists that water is safe to drink in Newbridge and Athy

Uisce Éireann has confirmed following sampling and testing results received today in response to taste and odour issues reported in Athy, Newbridge, and surrounding areas that the drinking water fully meets regulatory parameters and is safe to drink.

Following reports of abnormal taste and odour, Uisce Éireann has arranged additional specialist sampling for compounds that are known to cause taste and odour issues.

Kevin Love, Regional Asset Operations Lead at Uisce Éireann said, “Our primary focus is the protection of public health.

"We understand the concerns raised by some customers in relation to the odour and taste of their drinking water and we would like to reassure all customers that the water coming from the water treatment plants serving Co Kildare is safe to drink.

"The treatment plants supplying water to customers in Co Kildare are operating in full compliance with drinking water regulations.”

The Uisce Éireann customer care helpline is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278 and customers can also contact us on Twitter http://twitter.com/ iwcare with any queries or concerns. 

For real time updates, please visit the http://wtr.ie/SupplyInfo section of our website. 

Customers experiencing taste or odour issues can find out more information by visiting at https://www.water.ie/help/ water-quality/unusual-taste- or-smell/