The water safety message is being emphassised again this weekend, following a near miss in Killaloe.
Waterways Ireland says a swimmer was nearly struck by a passing boat in the area this week, and is reminding people that swimming in near harbours, quays and jetties is prohibited because of the dangers associated with moving vessels.
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Spokesperson Eanna Rowe says they want to prevent injuries or fatalities, and confirmed they were alerted to serious risks around Lough Derg and in Killaloe already this week.
