Water Safety Association highlights rise in drownings

The number of accidental drownings in Ireland rose by 60% last year, according to figures released by the Irish Water Safety Association.

Fri, 24 May, 2002 - 14:00

The number of accidental drownings in Ireland rose by 60% last year, according to figures released by the Irish Water Safety Association.

The IWSA said 86 people drowned in Ireland last year, with people in their mid-20s to early 40s most at risk. John Leech, chief executive of the association, said:

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