Irish Water 'knew of lead in Limerick water five days before telling locals' - report

It is being reported that Irish Water knew about elevated levels of lead in the water supply in parts of Limerick five days before residents were warned against drinking it.

Irish Water 'knew of lead in Limerick water five days before telling locals' - report

It is being reported that Irish Water knew about elevated levels of lead in the water supply in parts of Limerick five days before residents were warned against drinking it.

More than 2,000 people living on the north side of the city have been told not to drink the water or prepare food with it.

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