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December 2006 press releases

Suspected Contamination of soil at South Park, Claddagh, Galway - Dec 13 2006, 4:14 PM
The EPA became aware of suspected high levels of metals in soil at South Park, Claddagh, Galway in June 2006. At that time the EPA advised Galway City Council on the scope of investigative work that was required to be done and requested Galway City Council to verify the initial result of soil analysis. The Council was also advised to undertake immediate works to cover exposed bare areas to avoid any potential risk to the environment or human health.