Reports of discolouration.
Some residents in Athy will be without normal water supply this afternoon.
Following reports of discolouration, water service crews have mobilised and are progressing a programme of watermains flushing which will help to resolve any water discolouration issues in the town.
Irish water has said, drinking water can pass through several kilometres of pipework before it reaches homes and businesses.
Some of this pipework is constructed from cast iron and, depending on the area, can be up to 100 years old.
Old cast iron mains typically suffer from corrosion and as a result, sediment from these pipes can be dislodged during repair or maintenance works, causing the water to appear orange or brown in colour.
This is not harmful to health and usually running the tap for a number of minutes will help restore the clear colour.
For more information visit the Irish water website
The Irish Water customer care helpline is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278
Customers can also contact Irish Water Twitter @IWCare with any queries.
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