Man rescues boy, 10, from sea in west Kerry

The Rescue 115 helicopter airlifted the boy to University Hospital Kerry as a precaution. Picture: Capt Brian Sheridan

A 10-year-old boy has been rescued from the sea in Co Kerry after getting into difficulty while swimming.

The child, who is believed to be holidaying in the area with his family, was swimming at Coumeenole beach near Slea Head when he was overcome by strong currents at 4pm this afternoon.