This morning, in advance of routine training with the Coast Guard helicopter, Skerries Coast Guard volunteers were alerted by concerned members of the public at Red Island, Skerries that three swimmers may be in difficulty. The experienced swimmers had entered the water at the Northern side of the headland and were attempting to swim around the headland.
Coast Guard volunteers on scene immediately began a shoreline scan for the swimmers and quickly located them. It appears that the strong currents had proved challenging for the swimmers, however they had altered their intended course and were safely returning to the shore. Coast Guard volunteers administered minor first aid treatment to one of the swimmers, but otherwise they were all uninjured.
Incident # 14 of 2009
Remember – if you spot someone in difficulty in the water, or even if you think that someone may be in difficulty, dial 999 or 112 and ask for the COAST GUARD. Do not assume that someone else has made the call.