The RNLI,the Irish Coast Guard and Water Safety Ireland are urging people in the North West to take care around water as crowds gather for St Patrick's Day celebrations.

National figures show 65 percent of accidental drownings happen after land-based activities like walking, angling or hiking near water.

People planning coastal or water activities this weekend are being advised to check weather and tides, avoid alcohol near water and always carry a means of communication.

Speaking to Ocean Fm News RNLI's Killian O'Kelly says with rough weather expected along the north-west coast, people should stay back from the shore and check conditions before heading out.

The RNLI,the Irish Coast Guard and Water Safety Ireland are urging people in the North West to take care around water as crowds gather for St Patrick's Day celebrations.
National figures show 65 percent of accidental drownings happen after land-based activities like walking, angling or hiking near water.
People planning coastal or water activities this weekend are being advised to check weather and tides, avoid alcohol near water and always carry a means of communication.
Speaking to Ocean Fm News RNLI's Killian O'Kelly says with rough weather expected along the north-west coast, people should stay back from the shore and check conditions before heading out.

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