Hero praised for rescuing Limerick girl, 7, after mother's 'worst nightmare'

The woman is urging parents to be cautious with their children when near water.

Patrick Mungovan heard the screams and “without hesitation” entered the water to save the child. File picture: Pexels

A Limerick woman whose “worst nightmare” played out in front of her eyes has praised the man who saved her daughter from the sea.

Julie Peters is now urging parents to keep both eyes on their kids at all times when near water.