Irish Water Safety

It’s almost that time of the year again. As summer hits and temperatures rise, it’s important that we are prepared when children ask to go the beach, the lake or to swim in the backyard pool. Although swimming is the best fun and amazing on a summers day, water is very dangerous. So, we should […]

3 years ago

“Let’s not make it a fourth family” The public has been urged to be extremely cautious around water following the deaths of three people in Ireland. Within the space of a week, three people tragically died in water-related incidents. The deceased include a 14-year-old boy who sadly died after getting into difficulty at Burrow Beach. […]

4 years ago

So important to know! It’s National Water Safety Awareness Week and with the summer holidays fast approaching and the weather expected to get warmer. Whether you are setting up a paddling pool in your back garden, planning a family day out at the beach, or a fun trip to the swimming pool, water safety should […]

4 years ago

On Silver Strand beach Four people have been rescued after two girls were swept out to sea on an inflatable toy in Co. Wicklow. The incident took place on Silver Strand beach on Sunday afternoon. The girls are currently being treated in CHI Temple Street. It is understood that two men tried to rescue the […]

5 years ago

A very frightening situation. With the weather picking up and restrictions easing off a little bit, many of us will be heading to beaches and lakes to swim and cool off. While we do, it’s important to always be vigilant and safety conscious around water, especially for those of us with small children, as this […]

6 years ago

49 people have drowned in Ireland this year. August is one of the most popular months for open water swimming in Ireland and Irish Water Safety is appealing to the public to reduce the risk of drowning by swimming at Lifeguarded waterways and within your depth. They’ve warned that drownings often happen quickly and silently with […]

8 years ago