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Donegal MD

Donegal moves a step closer to a return to beach lifeguards

Lifeguards are expected to return to Donegal's beaches in the near future. Today, they moved a big step closer to being ready to take up service as lifeguards were tested on Rossnowalgh Beach by Water Safety Ireland examiners. Normally, lifeguards ...

11 Jun 2020 at 17:14

Local News

May Bank Holiday Appeal from Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland

With the May bank holiday weekend now upon us, the Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland are appealing to people to take some basic steps to stay safe, as incidents continue to occur as the weather improves and more people visit waterways ...

30 Apr 2022 at 10:09

National News

Irish Coast Guard urge public to ‘always think water safety’ ahead of sunny bank holiday weekend

The Irish Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland are appealing for people to take care when they are on or near the water ahead of a busy Bank Holiday weekend. Thousands are expected to flock to Ireland's beaches, lakes and rivers for the ...

01 Aug 2024 at 15:42

Inishowen MD

GALLERY: The 'dream has come true' for FinSwim's Henry O'Donnell on round Ireland swim

Coming ashore at Portmore Harbour in Malin Head, Round Ireland Finswim Expedition 2020's intrepid, Henry O'Donnell, said the response had been “phenomenal”. Speaking to Donegal Live, Henry, who is attempting the first ever circumnavigation ...

08 Oct 2020 at 13:08

Inishowen MD

Warning after local woman stung by potentially lethal fish on Buncrana beach

Donegal beachgoers are being urged to take extra care after a local woman was injured following a nasty sting by a venomous and dangerous weeverfish. The woman had been swimming at Linsfort Beach, just outside Buncrana, when the painful ...

29 Aug 2025 at 11:19

National News

Leave the inflatable toys at home - June Bank Holiday water safety appeal

The Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland have issued a joint water safety appeal for people to be aware of the dangers of cold water and tides as they enjoy the water this bank holiday weekend. Even in good weather, water ...

02 Jun 2023 at 10:14

National News

'Remarkable rescuers' 19 lives saved from drowning to receive recognition at National Awards

Water Safety Ireland are set to recognise remarkable rescuers who have saved 19 lives from drowning. The rescuers will receive recognition at Water Safety Ireland's National Annual Awards Ceremony at The Hibernia Conference ...

02 Oct 2024 at 18:32

National News

Water Safety Ireland issues appeal after tragic drownings

With two tragic drownings this week, and an average of 9 drownings per month in Ireland, Irish Water Safety has issued a warning to swimmers during this spell of good weather. Roger Sweeney, acting CEO of Water Safety ...

13 Jul 2022 at 16:26

Local News

'Never solely rely on a mobile phone' - Water users told to be cautious over Bank Holiday

People are advised to be careful near bodies of water in the lead-up to the May Bank Holiday. The Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland issued a joint statement this week appealing for people to be cautious this ...

28 Apr 2022 at 17:26

Donegal MD

Water Safety Ireland warns of heightened drowning risk due to very high tides in Donegal and along the Irish coast

Water Safety Ireland is warning that the risk of drownings will be higher this weekend due to the higher tides that will be caused by a new moon on Sunday. The organisation is appealing to the public to wear a ...

20 Jun 2020 at 11:53

Local News

Donegal people urged to heed May Bank Holiday water safety appeal

In the lead up to the May bank holiday weekend in Donegal, the Coast Guard, RNLI, and Water Safety Ireland have issued a joint water safety appeal, asking people to take some basic steps to stay safe, as ...

29 Apr 2022 at 09:30

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People urged to be cautious around water this summer after 79 drownings last year

Caution has been urged around waterways at the start of the summer season. Water Safety Ireland, the Coast Guard and the RNLI issued a joint appeal on National Water Safety Awareness Week. Some 79 ...

17 Jun 2022 at 11:01

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