Water Safety Ireland

As temperatures rise and people head outdoors to enjoy the warmer weather this weekend, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is reminding the public that while the air may feel warm, the water remains dangerously cold.

Ahead of the June Bank Holiday weekend, Ireland’s key water safety agencies are urging the public to exercise caution when taking part in activities on or near the water, warning that cold water temperatures continue to pose a significant risk despite warmer weather conditions.

As Ireland approaches the summer season, Water Safety Ireland is urging the public to take greater care around waterways after new figures revealed a stark reality: most people who drown accidentally in Ireland never intended to enter the water.

As the May Bank Holiday weekend approaches, leading water safety organisations are urging the public to prioritise safety when visiting coastal areas or taking part in water-based activities.

As communities across the country prepare to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, the Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland, and the RNLI are issuing a joint appeal urging the public to stay safe in, on, or near the water.

Following a period of poor weather, storms and heavy rainfall, the Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland and the RNLI are reminding the public that checking weather and sea conditions is a critical first step before any coastal or water-based activity.

The Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland and the RNLI are jointly appealing to anyone planning a festive dip over the upcoming Christmas period, to be mindful of the potential risks and to put safety first.

As the bank holiday approaches, the Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland, and the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) collectively urge the public to prioritise safety when engaging in water activities.

The Irish Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland are pleading with swimmers and particularly those who may be visiting an area they are not familiar with over the Bank Holiday weekend, to learn the warning signs, read local safety notices and seek advice before entering the water.

Ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day this Friday (25 July), the Irish Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland are remembering all those who have lost their lives to the water.

With warm temperatures forecast for the next few days, the RNLI is urging people to be aware of the dangers and to know what to do should they find themselves in difficulty in water.

Water Safety Ireland has condemned the deliberate removal of lifebuoys near open water locations in Galway, saying the absence of the flotation aids could have fatal consequences.

The Irish Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland are urging the public to take extra precautions in and around water over the June bank holiday weekend.