The Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland have issued a joint water safety appeal as people are expected to enjoy the water this bank holiday weekend. Even in good weather, water temperatures remain cold and the organisations have advised that those taking part in any water-based activity should make sure they have the proper equipment and know how to do it safely.
Ireland is set for a glorious bank holiday weekend, but the public have been warned that a full moon on Saturday will make conditions more treacherous for swimmers as rip tides could become stronger.
People who are planning to go swimming during this Bank Holiday weekend are advised to remember that a full moon on Saturday is expected to make the coastline “more precarious” and rip currents “will be stronger".