Lucky escape for swimmer who was saved by partner in Cork

"We would remind everyone to respect the water, to understand the risks and to stay safe"

The drama unfolded in East Cork at around 7pm when a woman got into difficulty while swimming at Ballycroneen beach, between Roche's Point and Ballycotton.

A swimmer who was being swept out to sea had a lucky escape this evening after she stayed calm and afloat before being saved by her partner.

The drama unfolded in East Cork at around 7pm when a woman got into difficulty while swimming at Ballycroneen beach, between Roche's Point and Ballycotton.