A boil water notice has been issued for residents serviced by the Grangemore Public Water Supply and Ballinameen Camlin Group Water Scheme.

Irish Water are asking customers in the Croghan, Ballinameen, Ballymore, Killarght (County Sligo), The Plains and surrounding areas to boil their water so it is safe to consume until further notice.

"Customers are asked to boil water before consumption including the washing of teeth, making of ice and in the preparation of food that is not cooked," the company said.

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"It is imperative that people adhere to the boil water notice while being reminded that once boiled, the water is safe to consume."

Water must be boiled for;

• Drinking

• Drinks made with water

• Preparation of salads and similar foods, which are not cooked prior to eating

• Brushing of teeth

• Making of ice

• Discard ice cubes in fridges and freezers and filtered water in fridges. Make ice from cooled boiled water

A map of the affected areas is available at www.water.ie and www.roscommoncoco.ie.

(LM/MH)