Irish Water Safety

Teen girls rescued from the sea at Strandhill, Co Sligo by members of local surf school

The incident has reignited calls for lifeguards to be on duty at the beach which has been designated as unsafe for swimming by Water Safety Ireland

Wed Jun 21 2023 - 19:32

Temperatures exceed 30 degrees in some parts of the country

Temperatures of up to 32 degrees are ‘quite possible’ today as Irish Water says 32 supplies in drought

Sat Aug 13 2022 - 16:37

Ireland’s jellyfish: Before you swim in the sea this summer, check this guide to their stings

Jellyfish are being reported in large numbers this year, particularly around Co Kerry

Thu Aug 05 2021 - 06:00

Two more swimming-related deaths as number in past week rises to nine

Monaghan boy (14) dies after difficulty in lake and man dies at harbour in Co Antrim

Tue Jul 27 2021 - 17:02

Winter swimming: The magic, not tragic, guide

I am always left with a feeling of intense satisfaction after plunging into frigid water

Sat Nov 30 2019 - 00:00

The addictive magic of swimming in the sea in winter: 'It’s life affirming'

Thrill of cold water is an electrifying thought for an increasing number of Irish sea-swimmers

Sat Nov 23 2019 - 06:03

Easter Saturday temperatures hit 22.9 degrees making it hottest day of year

Area of high pressure down over Europe is bringing dry sunny conditions

Sat Apr 20 2019 - 18:49

Safety chiefs issue cold water and high tide warning for Easter weekend

Spring tides and Good Friday’s full moon will mean ‘very, very big tides’

Wed Apr 17 2019 - 10:39

‘Get in, get out, get warm’: Advice for your Christmas swim

‘Don’t stand around chatting in your togs’: Practical tips from Irish Water Safety

Mon Dec 24 2018 - 09:35

Traditional craft, built in 1882, to be restored in Galway

Community boatbuilding project working on the ‘Lovely Anne’ gleoiteog

Mon Nov 19 2018 - 01:00

Adults drowning in baths ‘very rare’, says Irish Water Safety

In the UK, just under 4% of all accidental drownings last year occurred in a bath

Fri Sept 07 2018 - 01:00

Swimmers urged to exercise caution when jumping into water

‘People should not jump in without being fully aware of what is under the surface’

Sat Aug 04 2018 - 08:06

Sunny spells – but no heatwave – for the bank holiday weekend

Music, comedy and fireworks at the many festivals taking place around the country

Sat Aug 04 2018 - 04:36

'Many parents aren't looking after their children very well at the beach'

Head of Irish Water Safety says parents distracted and not looking after kids

Fri Aug 03 2018 - 12:45

49 people drowned in Irish waters so far this year

Irish Water Safety appeals to public to take precautions and reduce risk of getting into difficulty in water

Thu Aug 02 2018 - 18:27

Balmy conditions, spring tides may increase risk of jellyfish stings

Rapid rise recorded in temperature of the sea and river Shannon

Fri Jun 29 2018 - 21:34

Health Board: Upcoming conferences, talks, campaigns and events

Water safety, a ‘virtual’ marathon and a Big Toddle

Mon Jun 18 2018 - 03:01

Good weather can be bad for your health, experts warn

Recent days have seen deaths involving swimming, gardening and sunbathing

Mon Jun 11 2018 - 15:29

Sun shining for bank holiday weekend with highs of 21 degrees

Events include Ed Sheeran gigs in Cork and Temple Bar celebration of Baltic Day

Fri May 04 2018 - 20:46

Sunny weather and temperatures of 21 degrees forecast

Most parts of the country will enjoy sunshine with highs of 21 degrees expected

Fri May 04 2018 - 07:29

Mother of Buncrana victims takes court case against Donegal council

Louise James lost partner, two sons, mother and sister in the drowning disaster in 2016

Sun Nov 26 2017 - 16:55

Buncrana tragedy: ‘He could have saved himself but chose not to’

A inquest jury returns a verdict of death by misadventure for all five victims

Thu Nov 23 2017 - 19:45

Buncrana inquest: Occupants of SUV ‘should have been able to unlock car’

Audi representative gives evidence at inquest into five deaths

Thu Nov 23 2017 - 15:29

Buncrana pier rescuer tells how father shouted ‘save our baby’

Five drowned after car slid on ‘treacherous’ algae on slipway into Lough Swilly

Wed Nov 22 2017 - 22:22

Buncrana tragedy: Driver three times over alcohol limit, inquest told

Eyewitness tells inquest of hearing screams as car sank

Wed Nov 22 2017 - 15:57

Buncrana deaths hearing told doors on family’s car could not be opened

Reason for inability of first responders to get into Audi Q7 not revealed at pre-inquest

Wed Sept 27 2017 - 16:25

Warnings over poisonous weever fish during good weather and spring tides

Poison from sting can be excruciating and cause discomfort for a fortnight

Tue Jul 18 2017 - 12:05

Warning over ‘unsafe’ bridge jumps during sunny weather

Video footage shows several people leaping off the Samuel Beckett Bridge into the Liffey

Wed Jun 21 2017 - 07:45

Bank holiday guide: Mixed weather and a sheep shearing championship

Long weekend will see a host of events and festivals as rain threatens to ruin the fun

Fri Jun 02 2017 - 11:26

Swimmers urged to take care over bank holiday weekend

Irish Water Safety warns that four out of five drownings occur close to victim’s home

Tue May 30 2017 - 14:49

Seafaring families with lost loved ones feel Rescue 116 pain

Sea has yet to give up bodies from ‘Pere Charles’ and ‘Carrickatine’

Sat Apr 22 2017 - 01:00

Boy (3) drowned in jacuzzi at hotel kids club, inquest told

Parents of Ronan Kennedy call for statutory regulations for swimming pools

Wed Mar 29 2017 - 14:57