Warnings Issued by Irish Maritime Bodies
Monday, 23 August 2010 14:02
What to Do when Fire Breaks Out Onboard a Vessel?
Last week's news reports into the fatal accident in West Cork showed shocking images of a motorboat engulfed in smoke…
Tuesday, 13 July 2010 14:20
Warning Issued Over Inflatable Toys Being Swept Out to Sea
With the school holidays here, Irish Sea coastguards are encouraging children to stay safe whilst at the beach and along…
Friday, 09 July 2010 09:02
Warning To The Public - Air Corps Firing Exercises
Air Corps firing exercises and Air Defence artillery firing exercises on Tuesday 27th July 2010 From 0900hrs to 1800hrs At…
Tuesday, 29 June 2010 13:24
The Summer Holidays are Nearly Here - Have Fun and Stay Safe at the Seaside
The Summer Holidays are nearly here - have fun and stay safe at the seaside
With the school holidays fast…
Thursday, 17 June 2010 08:43
Recall for XM Liferaft Batch
Navimo have recalled a batch of XM liferafts due to mini-leaks that could affect the liferafts' performance. The problem is…
Monday, 31 May 2010 12:56
Safety Campaign Urges Three Steps to Drowning Prevention
1. SWIM WHERE LIFEGUARDS PATROL - they're trained to keep you safe
Warm summer trips to Ireland's waterways can be…
Friday, 28 May 2010 09:10
Exxon Mobil Survey off Kerry Coast
Oil exploration company Exxon Mobil will begin exploring underwater areas off Ireland's South West coast this June, with a three-week…
Monday, 26 April 2010 15:53
Swimming Pool Safety Guidelines will improve public safety
Irish Water Safety in partnership with Swim Ireland and ILAM have produced "Swimming Pool Safety Guidelines", to be launched by…
Thursday, 22 April 2010 10:10
Check Your Self Bailer; Rain (maybe Snow) on the Way
If you've just launched your boat it might be a good time to double check your bailer is operational. Just…
Thursday, 22 April 2010 10:00
Children Risk Drowning Over Easter
Thousands of people will enjoy Bank Holiday breaks and family visits around the country and many will relax close to…
Tuesday, 20 April 2010 09:58
Tony O'Reilly to drill Dublin Bay for oil?
A company controlled by Irish tycoon Tony O'Reilly has identified Dublin Bay as a major oil prospect. The 'Dalkey Island'…
Thursday, 07 January 2010 13:06
Afloat.ie: Ice Warning Issued
Irish Water Safety's, John Leech is advising parents to supervise their children over the next few days until the current spell…
Monday, 21 December 2009 11:18
Afloat.ie: Christmas Day Swim Advice
Irish Water Safety has issued a warning to cover activities over the holidays including Christmas Day swims.
Christmas Charity Swims…










