Drinking Water and Blue-Green Algae
Northern Ireland Water Limited (NI Water) is responsible for the supply and distribution of the public drinking water in Northern Ireland. The Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), within NIEA, regulates the quality of the drinking water supply provided by NI Water.
The main impact of algae in source waters, are taste and odour complaints from consumers, often described as ‘earthy’ or ‘musty’. This is caused by metabolites released by the algae and have no health impact upon consumers.
Anyone with any concerns in relation to their public drinking water supply should contact Waterline on 03457 00 44 88 or on waterline@niwater.com.