It’s been claimed that cleaning contractors are to blame for dirty water in the Maugherow area.
Hundreds of families are said to be affected the issue over the last few days.
Contractors are using local hydrants to fill their tanks and this is causing the water to become discoloured.
Local are said to be unable to drink the water or wash their clothes as a result.
Fianna Fail Cllr Donal Gilroy has appealed to anyone who witnesses this practice to report it immediately to Sligo County Council:
