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ESB urges public to stay safe around reservoirs and watercourses amid scorching weather
Water safety
Stay safe around water in the sunny weather
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Woman in her 60s dies after trying to save dog stuck in sea as man 'critical' in hospital
Coastguard
Police report the dog was recovered from the water 'safe and well'
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'They are true heroes.' Councillor hails surfers for saving lives of his son, niece and himself in dangerous rip current
Donegal
"I cannot say enough about those four lads, they are true heroes. We owe them a debt of gratitude that will last a lifetime"
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Around 10 people drown in Ireland every month, with the majority of the victims being male
Drowning Tragedies
Figures show that to date this year, 42 people have lost their lives after getting into difficulty, which is 10 more than during the same period last year
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Urgent Irish beach warning over tiny venomous creature with 'excruciating' sting
Beaches
As Ireland faces a sweltering heatwave and crowds flock to the beach, Water Safety Ireland has issued a nationwide warning about venomous Weever fish buried in shallow sand that can deliver an excruciating sting.
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Ireland's waters claimed 78 lives in a year as drowning tragedies spark safety appeal
Drowning Tragedies
National Safety Awareness Week kicked off on Monday as the campaign appeals for people to enjoy the water, but respect the risk
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Victim of drowning in city centre river on hottest afternoon of year named locally
Drowning Tragedies
Luke Hyde, in his 30s, had gone swimming with a pal before getting into difficulties with the strong current
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Bank Holiday weekend warning: Irish Coast Guard appeals for people to take care near or on water
Water safety
Checking the weather forecast including tides and ensuring that you have the right equipment for the activity you are about to undertake will allow for a safer and more enjoyable time on the water
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300,000 people in 15 counties to be warned of cancer-linked toxins in water supply
Irish Water
Uisce Éireann says it will provide necessary information to all households affected by the contamination
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Galway locals appalled after 'lowest of the low' act could lead to deaths
Galway
Some have described the act as 'scumbaggery'
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Authorities warn of 'precarious' swimming conditions expected this Christmas
Water safety
They cite the recent 'increase in popularity of festive dips and open water swimming' and advise people to take note of best water safety practice
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Two men hailed as heroes after saving swimmer who got into difficulty on Waterford coast
Waterford
A kayaker and a lifeguard reacted at Stage Cove at Bonmahon, Co Waterford when a swimmer got into difficulty
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Tributes flow for talented young footballer, 19, who died in jet ski incident
Clare
Gardai and other emergency services attended the scene of the incident on Wednesday evening around 5.30pm at Lough Derg
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The reason you were told never to drink water from the bathroom - and why you still shouldn't
Water safety
Depending on the age of your age, it could be detrimental to your health
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Warning to Christmas sea swimmers as high tides could pose danger
Christmas 2022
Hundreds of such events are planned nationwide
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'The ocean doesn't forgive' - Heroic RNLI volunteers in pre-Christmas warning to the public
RNLI
Around 95% of the crucial service’s workforce are unpaid volunteers who give up hundreds of hours each year
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Christmas swim warning amid -8C temperatures and frozen waters
Water safety
Those planning a Christmas swim should take a number of factors into consideration
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Hundreds of sensors to be installed on ring buoys to clamp down on theft
Water safety
There are more than 6,000 ring buoys around the country, but hundreds go missing or are vandalised every year
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Irishman left 'in pretty bad shape' after contracting parasite from dirty water in Nepal helping to save lives with eco-brewery profits
Environment
Alan Mahon founded Brewgooder in 2016
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Person rescued from water after trying to get across Cork bay when tide cut off
Water safety
The RNLI were called out to Ringabella Bay after kayakers spotted two people in the water trying to swim across to Fountainstown after getting stranded
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Rescue mission launched in Dublin as teenager's paddleboard dragged out to sea and warning issued
RNLI
The lifeboat launched, heading for Balbriggan harbour where the woman and her paddleboard were thought to be located.
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Member of the public labelled hero after saving three children from drowning in Donegal
Water safety
Ruairi Crealey was walking along Rathmullan beach while trying to find a spot to get in the sea when he noticed three young girls were struggling for air
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Heart-stopping video shows youths 'tombstoning' at death spot quarry where teens lost lives after plunging into water
Water safety
Hundreds gathered at the site nicknamed 'death trap quarry' during the heatwave. Some youth risked jumping into the waters that have claimed several people's lives
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Urgent warning issued for all of Ireland following three deaths this week as heatwave continues
Irish News
"It happens every time, it's so predictable but so tragic for every family”
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