Alerts October 2026 (Ireland)
4 published alerts, 3 currently active.
Urgent 'Do Not Consume' Notice Issued for Ballyheigue Public Water Supply in Co Kerry
Uisce Eireann hat eine "Do Not Consume"-Warnung für Tausende Haushalte im irischen Co Kerry herausgegeben. Betroffen sind die Ballyheigue Public Water Supply (PWS) und die westlichen Einzugsgebiete des Clanmaurice Group Water Scheme, da ein Problem mit der Rohwasserquelle festgestellt wurde. Die Warnung, die "gestern" ausgesprochen wurde, besagt, dass Abkochen das Wasser nicht trinkbar macht; alternative Wasserversorgung wird bereitgestellt. Update (Radio Kerry, 08.10.2026, 17:55): The advisory also affects schools and businesses in the region. Update (The Sun (Ireland), 08.10.2026, 21:35): Alternative water supply provided at several locations also requires boiling before drinking. Update (Uisce Éireann, 08.10.2026, 21:35): The Ardfinnan Supply Scheme is affected by operational issues at the Goatenbridge plant, causing intermittent good quality water production. This has led to critically low reservoir levels and a precautionary boil water notice. Update (RadioKerry.ie, 09.10.2026, 11:55): The problem with the raw water source is specifically due to contamination. Update (Radio Kerry, 09.10.2026, 17:45): Over 3,500 properties are affected in North Kerry. The contamination is believed to be caused by salt water getting into the raw water source. Update (Uisce Éireann, 10.10.2026, 07:55): The Ardfinnan Supply Scheme, previously under a precautionary boil water notice, is now under a Do Not Consume notice affecting over 11,000 customers. New affected locations include Ardfinnan village, Grange, Knocklofty, Newcastle, Ballyclerihan, parts of Cahir, Ballingarrane, Market Hill, Red City (Fethard), Kilnamack West (Co. Waterford), and the Graigue Group Water Scheme. The cause is intermittent high levels of aluminium from an issue with the treatment process at the Goatenbridge Water Treatment Plant. Update (Uisce Éireann, 10.10.2026, 21:36): The Do Not Consume notice for the Ardfinnan Regional Water Supply Scheme was issued on October 09, 2026.
Boil water notice for Lobinstown
Uisce Eireann has issued a Boil Water Notice for approximately 93 customers in Lobinstown and surrounding areas. This measure is essential to protect public health after increased bacteria levels were detected in the water supply. Customers must boil their water before using it for drinking, food preparation, and brushing teeth until further notice. Update (Uisce Éireann, 09.10.2026, 08:05): The Boil Water Notice was introduced on 06 October 2026. All-clear (Uisce Éireann, 09.10.2026, 21:25): The Boil Water Notice has been lifted following a series of satisfactory water quality tests. All-clear (Meath Chronicle, 09.10.2026, 21:26): The Boil Water Notice was lifted following consultation with the Health Service Executive (HSE).
Crews working to restore normal water supply in Ardfinnan following treatment plant interruption
Uisce Éireann reports water supply disruptions and low reservoir levels for Ardfinnan Village, Tipperary, and surrounding areas after high turbidity levels led to an automatic treatment plant shutdown. Customers are reminded to boil water before consumption as a precautionary measure, and an alternative water supply is being arranged. Operational teams are working to restore the plant to full production, but normal water levels will take some time to be restored. Update (Ireland-Live.ie, 10.10.2026, 07:50): A Do Not Consume order is now in effect for over 11,000 customers across an expanded service area including parts of Waterford. This is due to temporarily high aluminium levels following a problem at the Goatenbridge Water Treatment Plant. Update (Ireland-Live.ie, 10.10.2026, 09:00): The Do Not Consume order now specifies Grange, Newcastle, Ballyclerihan, parts of Cahir, and Kilnamack West areas of Waterford, and boiling tap water will not make it safe. Alternative water supplies also require boiling before consumption.
Do not consume notice issued in Arva
Uisce Éireann has issued a 'Do not consume' notice for customers supplied by the Arva Public Water Supply in Co Cavan due to elevated levels of manganese in the water entering the treatment plant. Residents should not use tap water for drinking, food preparation, cooking, or brushing teeth. An alternative water supply is available at Sacred Heart Church, Arva, but must be boiled before consumption. Update (Anglo Celt, 02.10.2026, 07:46): Boiling the affected tap water will not make it safe. The alternative water supply is available at the carpark of the Sacred Heart Church until further notice. Update (independent.ie, 06.10.2026, 08:30): The Do Not Consume notice was issued last Thursday due to health impacts, particularly for infants and young children. Emergency work has been initiated to restore a safe water supply.