'Do Not Consume' notice for Doobally Group Water Supply Scheme

The decision follows consultation with the Health Service Executive.

Cavan County Council has issued a do not consume notice starting with immediate effect to all consumers of water supplied by the Doobally Group Water Supply Scheme.

The local authority says the notice has been issued in the interests of protecting the health of all consumers attached to the local GWS.

The council stated that boiling water will not make it safe to drink.

They also say that this water should not be used for

-Drinking

-Preparing drinks made with water

-Cooking of food.

-Food preparation including washing and preparation of salads and similar foods, which are not cooked prior to eating

-Brushing of teeth and/or gargling

-Making of ice. However, ensure you first discard all existing ice cubes in fridges and freezers and filtered water in fridges

Alternative supply is being provided from a tanker beside Doobally Chapel Carpark, Doobally. Remember to boil this water from the tanker before use for drinking or for food preparation.

For further information please contact Gary Hyde, Doobally GWS, on 083 4781592