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A two-person crew of a fishing vessel were successfully located and rescued by the Dublin-based Irish Coast Guard helicopter R116 early this morning (29 May 2025) following the sinking of their fishing vessel off Drogheda, Co Louth. 🔗 bit.ly/4kfVY3l

A two-person crew of a fishing vessel were successfully located and rescued by the Dublin-based Irish Coast Guard helicopter R116 early this morning (29 May 2025) following the sinking of their fishing vessel off Drogheda, Co Louth.

🔗 bit.ly/4kfVY3l
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🚤 ⚠️ Stay safe on the water! The Code of Practice for the Safe Operation of Recreational Craft provides best practice safety guidelines for those using recreational craft in Irish coastal & inland waters 👇 Get to know the code 🔗 gov.ie/en/department-… 📱 Scan the QR code

🚤 ⚠️ Stay safe on the water!

The Code of Practice for the Safe Operation of Recreational Craft provides best practice safety guidelines for those using recreational craft in Irish coastal & inland waters

👇 Get to know the code
🔗  gov.ie/en/department-… 
📱 Scan the QR code
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⚠️ The Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland and the RNLI are urging the public to take extra precautions in and around water over the June bank holiday weekend 🎣Check the weather & tides before heading out 👉🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…

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

🎣Check the weather & tides before heading out

👉🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…
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⚠️ The Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland and the RNLI are urging the public to take extra precautions in and around water over the June bank holiday weekend ⛵️When on the water always wear a lifejacket or buoyancy aid 👉🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…

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

⛵️When on the water always wear a lifejacket or buoyancy aid

👉🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…
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⚠️ The Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland and the RNLI are urging the public to take extra precautions in and around water over the bank holiday weekend 🌊Be aware of rip currents - Strong currents can pull even experienced swimmers out to sea 👉🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…

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

🌊Be aware of rip currents - Strong currents can pull even experienced swimmers out to sea

👉🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…
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⚠️ The Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland and the RNLI are urging the public to take extra precautions in and around water over the bank holiday weekend 🤳 If walking the shoreline, be vigilant for incoming tides that can cause strandings 👉🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…

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

🤳 If walking the shoreline, be vigilant for incoming tides that can cause strandings

👉🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…
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🦺 The Safety Guidance for Offshore Renewable Energy Installations has been published today, ensuring the safety of life at sea With one of the best offshore wind resources in the world, Ireland has ambitious plans to maximise offshore wind energy 👉🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…

🦺 The Safety Guidance for Offshore Renewable Energy Installations has been published today, ensuring the safety of life at sea 

With one of the best offshore wind resources in the world, Ireland has ambitious plans to maximise offshore wind energy

👉🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…
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The Irish Coast Guard’s Maritime Response Team took part in ‘Exercise Raven’ in Wexford last Thursday. This training was centred around exercising the Irish Coast Guard’s cooperation with partner agencies in response to a major maritime ship casualty and oil spill incident.

The Irish Coast Guard’s Maritime Response Team took part in ‘Exercise Raven’ in Wexford last Thursday. 

This training was centred around exercising the Irish Coast Guard’s cooperation with partner agencies in response to a major maritime ship casualty and oil spill incident.
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Coast Guard Units Welcome Minister Canney 🌊🚨 This week, Minister Canney visited the Coast Guard Units in Tramore, Dunmore East, Bonmahon, and Crosshaven. Huge thanks to all involved for the warm welcome and continued dedication! #CoastGuard #CommunitySupport #MaritimeSafety

Coast Guard Units Welcome Minister Canney 🌊🚨

This week, Minister Canney visited the Coast Guard Units in Tramore, Dunmore East, Bonmahon, and Crosshaven.

Huge thanks to all involved for the warm welcome and continued dedication!
#CoastGuard #CommunitySupport #MaritimeSafety
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📸 Think before you snap. Cliffs are unpredictable. One misstep or a gust of wind can lead to tragedy. Stay well back from the edge—no photo is worth the risk. 📞 In an emergency, call 112 or 999 and ask for the Coast Guard. #ShoutForSafety #CliffSafety #IrishCoastGuard

📸 Think before you snap.

Cliffs are unpredictable. One misstep or a gust of wind can lead to tragedy.
Stay well back from the edge—no photo is worth the risk.

📞 In an emergency, call 112 or 999 and ask for the Coast Guard.

#ShoutForSafety #CliffSafety #IrishCoastGuard
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☀️ Stay Safe on the Water This Sunny Weekend 🌊 ⚠️ 🏄 Rip currents are the leading surf hazard for all beachgoers Rip currents typically form at low spots or breaks in sandbars, and also near structures such as groynes, jetties and piers 🔗 gov.ie/en/safety-on-t…

☀️ Stay Safe on the Water This Sunny Weekend 🌊

⚠️ 🏄 Rip currents are the leading surf hazard for all beachgoers

Rip currents typically form at low spots or breaks in sandbars, and also near structures such as groynes, jetties and piers

🔗 gov.ie/en/safety-on-t…
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☀️ 🌊 The Irish Coast Guard is reminding the public to take extra precautions in and around water 🏖️ With people expected to visit beaches, lakes, and rivers over the long weekend, now is the time to prioritise safety and enjoy their time responsibly 🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…

☀️ 🌊 The Irish Coast Guard is reminding the public to take extra precautions in and around water

🏖️ With people expected to visit beaches, lakes, and rivers over the long weekend, now is the time to prioritise safety and enjoy their time responsibly

🔗 gov.ie/en/department-…
Irish Coast Guard (@irishcoastguard) 's Twitter Profile Photo

⚠️ The Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland and the RNLI are urging the public to take extra precautions in and around water over the bank holiday weekend 🌊Be aware of rip currents - Strong currents can pull even experienced swimmers out to sea 🔗 gov.ie/en/safety-on-t…

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

🌊Be aware of rip currents - Strong currents can pull even experienced swimmers out to sea

🔗 gov.ie/en/safety-on-t…
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☀️ This weekend, the Irish Coast Guard is reminding everyone to stay vigilant around water ⛵️ When on the water, always wear a lifejacket or buoyancy aid and ensure it is properly fitted and in good condition 👉🔗 gov.ie/en/safety-on-t…

☀️ This weekend, the Irish Coast Guard is reminding everyone to stay vigilant around water

⛵️ When on the water, always wear a lifejacket or buoyancy aid and ensure it is properly fitted and in good condition

👉🔗 gov.ie/en/safety-on-t…
Irish Coast Guard (@irishcoastguard) 's Twitter Profile Photo

⚠️ The Irish Coast Guard are urging the public to take extra precautions in and around water over the weekend 🤳 If walking the shoreline, be vigilant for incoming tides that can cause strandings 🔗 gov.ie/en/safety-on-t…

⚠️ The Irish Coast Guard are urging the public to take extra precautions in and around water over the weekend

🤳 If walking the shoreline, be vigilant for incoming tides that can cause strandings

🔗 gov.ie/en/safety-on-t…
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A minute’s silence was observed in Ahakista in Cork this morning to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Air India disaster. Today, we join those in paying our respects to all who were lost.

A minute’s silence was observed in Ahakista in Cork this morning to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Air India disaster.

Today, we join those in paying our respects to all who were lost.
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🐶 Keep them close. Keep them safe. Dogs don’t see danger near cliffs—a lead could save their life. Stay alert and stay back from the edge. 📞 Call 112 or 999 and ask for the Coast Guard in an emergency. #ShoutForSafety #PetSafety #IrishCoastGuard

🐶 Keep them close. Keep them safe.

Dogs don’t see danger near cliffs—a lead could save their life.
Stay alert and stay back from the edge.

📞 Call 112 or 999 and ask for the Coast Guard in an emergency.

#ShoutForSafety #PetSafety #IrishCoastGuard
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On Day of the Seafarer, International Maritime Organization Secretary-General, Arsenio Dominguez talks about fostering a culture of zero tolerance for bullying and harassment at sea & lasting solutions to ensure a safer, more respectful future for all seafarers. 📺 WATCH 👇 youtu.be/xdh5rt1lNcw

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📱💦 Near water this weekend? Keep your phone: ✅ Charged ✅ In a watertight container In an emergency, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard. A working phone helps emergency services reach you faster. #ShoutForSafety #WaterSafety #IrishCoastGuard

📱💦 Near water this weekend?

Keep your phone:
✅ Charged
✅ In a watertight container

In an emergency, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard.
A working phone helps emergency services reach you faster.

#ShoutForSafety #WaterSafety #IrishCoastGuard
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⚠️ Cliff edges can give way—without warning. Cracks, weight, and weather make them unstable. Stay well back. Don’t risk it. 📞 In an emergency, call 112 or 999 and ask for the Coast Guard. #ShoutForSafety #CliffAwareness #IrishCoastGuard

⚠️ Cliff edges can give way—without warning. Cracks, weight, and weather make them unstable.

Stay well back. Don’t risk it.

📞 In an emergency, call 112 or 999 and ask for the Coast Guard.

#ShoutForSafety #CliffAwareness #IrishCoastGuard