Corrib Mask Search and Rescue (CMSAR) was tasked by the Irish Coast Guard to reports of missing kayakers on Lough Corrib, near Headford.

Water Safety Ireland, the Irish Coast Guard and the RNLI are urging swimmers, visitors and holidaymakers to take extra care around the coast this Bank Holiday weekend as thousands are expected to make the most of the warm weather and head to beaches, harbours and waterways across the country.

The Irish Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland are joining together ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day this Saturday (25 July) to remember all those who have tragically lost their lives in Irish waters and to encourage everyone to stay safe when enjoying the water this summer.

Ballinskelligs Inshore Rescue (BIR) has taken another significant step forward in its lifesaving capabilities with the commissioning of a brand-new launch system, purpose-built for its 7-metre Excalibre RIB.

Bonmahon Lifeboat launched following reports of two swimmers believed to have entered the water near Reilly's Island, Annestown.

A woman is expected to make a full recovery after a swift multi-agency rescue off Ballybunion on Wednesday morning, where local kayakers and volunteer rescuers combined to save her life following a fall from the cliffs at Nine Daughters Hole.

Ballinskelligs Inshore Rescue responded alongside An Garda Síochána and the Iveragh Coast Guard to assist in the search for a reported missing person at Ballinskelligs Beach. The incident concluded with a positive outcome, following what had already been a busy day for the volunteer crew providing safety cover at the Hardman Ireland Triathlon in Waterville.

Waterford City River Rescue (WCRR) was tasked for the second time on Sunday by the Irish Coast Guard to respond to a vessel and persons reported to be in difficulty on the River Suir.

Waterford City River Rescue was tasked this afternoon by the Irish Coast Guard to assist a vessel experiencing difficulties on the River Suir.

Fenit RNLI's inshore lifeboat was diverted from a routine training exercise following reports of a swimmer believed to be overdue off Fenit Island Beach, locally known as the Back Beach.

Volunteer lifeboat crews from Cahore Inshore Rescue Service (CIRS) are preparing for an ambitious community fundraising event this July as they undertake a 24-hour challenge designed to support the continued operation of their rescue vessel and lifesaving service.

A multi-agency search operation was conducted overnight and into this morning following reports of a missing man in the Ferrybridge area of Ballyduff, Co. Kerry.

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.

Ballinskelligs Inshore Rescue is appealing for cyclists to take part in the 2026 Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle and help raise vital funds for one of Ireland’s busiest volunteer maritime rescue services.

Busy fortnight for Bantry Lifeboat volunteers, who responded to three separate callouts involving vessels in difficulty off Lousy Island, Bantry Inner Harbour and Glengarriff Inner Harbour.

Boyne Fishermen’s Rescue and Recovery was tasked as part of a multi-agency response to a missing person incident, after concerns were raised that a person may have entered the water.

A multi-agency emergency response was launched in Waterford City early on Friday morning after reports of a person threatening to enter the water.

A yacht in difficulty on the River Suir prompted a response from Waterford City River Rescue crews following a request from the Irish Coast Guard.

Emergency services were mobilised in the early hours of Saturday morning following reports of a person entering the water in Waterford City.

Ballybunion Sea & Cliff Rescue responded to an emergency callout on Wednesday afternoon after reports that several people had become stranded on rocks by a rising tide off the Kerry coastline.