EPA finds 'significant shortcomings' at Macroom water treatment plant 

The EPA said it had not been notified about four breaches of limits for the discolouration of water in the Macroom supply during the period October 16-19.

The State environmental watchdog found “significant shortcomings” in the operation and management of the treatment plant supplying drinking water to Macroom during a recent audit of the facility.

A report by the Environmental Protection Agency found a problem with a standby pump at the town’s water treatment plant last October was not correctly managed or escalated in a manner to maintain water quality and protect public health.