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Nearly 60% of Irish Septic Tanks Fail Inspections, Threatening Water
A new survey by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Ireland revealed that almost 60% of domestic septic tanks failed inspection. This high failure rate poses a significant risk to drinking water quality and public health across the country.
18 May, 23:01 — 19 May, 04:30
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irish-timesHigh89d ago
‘Worrying’ failure rate in septic tanks poses risk to public health, EPA says
2025 figures show 59% of inspected systems were incorrectly installed, malfunctioning or poorly maintained
By Caroline O'Doherty
Read full article →irish-independent89d ago
Drinking water at risk as nearly 60pc of septic tanks fail inspections, EPA survey shows
Almost 60pc of all septic tanks inspected last year were found to be faulty, with many judged to be at risk of contaminating local water supplies with bacteria and viruses.
Read full article →rte-newsMostly Factual89d ago
Almost 60% of domestic septic tanks fail inspection - EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency has reported that almost six out of every ten domestic septic tanks failed inspection last year, putting drinking water, wells and rivers at risk.
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First report: rte-news · 18 May, 23:01|Full coverage: 3 · 5h|Window: 5h
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