Water Safety Ireland is urging the people of Clare to only swim at the county’s lifeguarded waterways this June Bank Holiday weekend.
With a new moon set to arrive, strong rip currents will form across the coast, and swimmers are warned that this will pose difficulties at beaches including Spanish Point and Lahinch.
We’re also being urged to stay safe inland – last year, 62% of all drownings occurred at inland lakes.
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Chief Executive Officer of Water Safety Ireland, John Leech explains what you should do if you find yourself out of your depth:
