Christmas swimmers urged to stay safe ahead of busy period

Nikki McCarthy, who organises the Christmas Day swim at Dundag Bay on Muckross Lake in Killarney in aid of Aware. Picture: Don MacMonagle

The three maritime safety organisations are appealing to people to be careful during water-based or coastal activities during the festive season.

The Irish Coast Guard, the RNLI and Water Safety Ireland are asking people to check that they have the right information to safely enjoy water activities and that they know what to do in an emergency.