Urgent call for Milford residents to check oil tanks

Residents in the Milford area are being asked to check their home heating oil tanks for leaks after traces of oil were found in the sewer.

Donegal County Council and Irish Water have made a joint announcement today, calling on homeowners to immediately inspect their home heating oil tanks and associated pipework for any signs of leaks or damage.

An oil leak into septic tanks and sewerage works can affect wastewater treatment and increase the risk of environmental contamination.

Homeowners are asked to “rectify any issues found as a matter of urgency”.

The Council and @IrishWater have detected traces of home heating oil in the sewer in Milford and are asking all homeowners in the town to check the condition of their oil tank and connections for leaks and to rectify any issues found as a matter of urgency#Donegal #YourCouncil pic.twitter.com/sV8fBXl2ra

— Donegal County Council (@donegalcouncil) April 25, 2025