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Irish Coast Guard crews and lifeboats are urging swimmers “if in doubt, don’t go out” this Christmas.
Search and Rescue teams are also appealing to those who are going to take a dip this weekend to comply with Covid guidelines and avoid crowds.
However, tips have been published for people who decide to get in the water on a calmer beach.
Volunteers have been called in to help at all hours of the day and night and have been on the front lines to save lives and keep people safe. Hear our Christmas Safety Message from Shane and Mathew of the Bunbeg Co Donegal Coast Guard Team https://t.co/bJW9IdNqS0 pic.twitter.com/5lC4rThb3U
– Irish Coast Guard (@IrishCoastGuard) Dec 24, 2020
Coast Guard Chief of Operations Gerard O’Flynn says the advice is simple.
“Always check the weather forecast and understand the local effects of wind, tides, and currents as they all have different impacts. People can check the tides very easily on our website.”
The Coast Guard also reminded people going for walks in the next few days to stay away from the edge of cliffs, as the wet and slippery ground at this time of year makes them particularly dangerous. Also, they are warning people not to walk along the base of the cliffs, to avoid potentially getting caught by rising tides.
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