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'Stay within your depth': Swimmers urged to stay safe while adhering to social distancing

Water Safety Ireland is urging people not to swim somewhere unsafe because they're trying to keep apart from people during the pandemic.

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Do not use inflatable toys in open water - Water Safety Ireland

Water Safety Ireland and the Coastguard are warning the public against using inflatable toys in open water.

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Figures show more than 100 people drowned in Ireland last year

Water Safety Ireland has released figures showing that 103 people drowned in Ireland last year.

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Swimmers urged to be aware of rip tides in water

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Water Safety Ireland urges people to swim at lifeguarded waterways

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Coastguard helps stranded pair cut off by high tides in Waterford

Water safety notice issued for June bank holiday

Emergency services have issued a joint water safety warning ahead of the June bank holiday weekend.

Wed, 01 Jun, 2016

Compulsory water safety training call as tragedy averted

Irish Water Safety (IWS) has called for compulsory aquatic training for primary school children as part of a long-term strategy to prevent future drowning tragedies.

Mon, 22 Jul, 2013

Water safety warning issued as temperatures reach 30 degrees

Swimmers hoping to enjoy the good weather over the next few days are being urged to use the water safely.

Tue, 09 Jul, 2013

Water safety stressed with hot weekend expected

People are being advised to take care around water as temperatures across the country soar.

Sat, 06 Jul, 2013

14 heroes hailed at water safety ceremony

THE heroes of 14 dramatic water rescues have been honoured at the Irish Water Safety national awards.

Wed, 19 Nov, 2008

Warning for revellers participating in water sports

Irish Water Safety is urging people not to mix drinking with water sports or activities this St Patrick's weekend.

Sun, 16 Mar, 2008

Body of drowned teenager found in lake

THE body of a teenager was recovered yesterday following a resumed search on Lough Beltra, Co Mayo.

Tue, 08 Aug, 2006

Christmas swimmers advised not to drink

Thousands of people taking part in annual Christmas Day swims are being advised not to drink if they're planning a dip.

Sat, 25 Dec, 2004

Week of activities to follow first Water Heritage Day

Today is the first Irish Water Heritage Day.

Sat, 11 Sep, 2004

More drown by suicide than accident, says water safety body

MORE people drown by suicide than by accident, according to a study conducted by Irish Water Safety.

Sat, 27 Dec, 2003

Children rescued after drifting out to sea

The Irish Water Safety Association is issuing a warning about the dangers associated with toy dinghies.

Fri, 08 Aug, 2003

Warning over Bank Holiday drowning

ALARMING statistics suggest three people will drown this August Bank Holiday weekend.

Wed, 30 Jul, 2003

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