Record coastguard callouts as 37 people die in Irish waters so far in 2026

The organisation said it has experienced a record number of call-outs on the coast and inland waterways, with July on course to be one of its busiest months in many years. Picture: Denis Minihane.

Some 37 people have died in Irish waters so far this year, according to the Irish Coast Guard, which has issued a renewed water safety appeal ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day.

The organisation said it has experienced a record number of call-outs on the coast and inland waterways, with July on course to be one of its busiest months in many years.