Dun Laoghaire Coast Guard

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🛟 Remember, if you see anyone in trouble or think they are in trouble in or near the water, dial 📞 112 or VHF channel 16 immediately and ask for the Coast Guard.

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📟 7 days, 9 callouts 📟

Our team have had a very busy week.  We've averaged over 1 callout a day, including 3 callouts to people stranded at Sandymount Strand.

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How to avoid getting stranded:

> learn about local tides.  If you're unfamiliar with a beach, ask a lifeguard or a local.

> know that incoming tides can quickly backfill behind.

> walkers should check tide times before heading out.

> bring a phone to call for help.

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🛟 Remember, if you see someone in trouble or think they’re in trouble in or near the water, dial 📞 112 or VHF channel 16 immediately and ask for the Coast Guard.

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📟 CALLOUT - Killiney Bay - 29.5.2026 📟

Team tasked at 02.26am to reports of a person on a Kayak in difficulty on Killiney bay.

Team arrived and immediately began searching. The crew were in contact with the casualty by mobile phone at one stage but lost contact soon after.

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Coast Guard team, safe & well.

A life was saved tonight thanks to the prompt response by all services. All teams stood down at 03.30am

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🛟 Remember, if you see anyone in trouble or think they are in trouble in or near the water, dial 📞 112 or VHF channel 16 immediately and ask for the Coast Guard.

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📟 Callout update - be careful during this sunny spell 📟

We had three callouts over the last 24 hours assisting casualties in Sandymount, Sandycove and White Rock.

The good weather is bringing crowds to the sea and that good weather is set to continue.

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Remember:
> Watch for incoming tides.

> Stay hydrated.

> Be careful of uneven surfaces.

> Stay within your depth.

Have fun and enjoy the sun 🌞. But go home safely.

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We wish Spirit of Shackleton safe onward passage.

🛟 Remember, if you see anyone in trouble or think they are in trouble in or near the water, dial 📞 112 or VHF channel 16 immediately and ask for the Coast Guard.

#spiritofshackleton

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The President of Ireland, President Connolly, was in Dun Laoghaire to launch the youth development sailing vessel, Spirit of Shackleton, in Dún Laoghaire Harbour. 

Dun Laoghaire Coast Guard provided a guard of honour for President Connolly's visit.

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On this occasion the casualties had a lucky escape. Thanks to the members of the public for their assistance 🙏

🛟 Remember, if you see anyone in trouble or think they are in trouble in or near the water, dial 📞 112 or VHF channel 16 immediately and ask for the Coast Guard.

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❌️ Never drink and dive - incident update ❌️

Last Monday we had a callout to the 40 foot. A couple of swimmers had gotten into difficulty attempting to swim to one of the buoys. With the help of some other swimmers they were brought to safety.

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Alcohol severely reduces your ability to swim and respond to risks as it impairs your judgement.
Do not consume alcohol before you enter open water. It puts you, and the people around you, at risk.

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🛟 Remember, if you see anyone in trouble or think they are in trouble in or near the water, dial 📞 112 or VHF channel 16 immediately and ask for the Coast Guard.

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A big congratulations to Andy, a member of the Dun Laoghaire team, receiving his 10 year service medal earlier this year.

Pictured with Andy is James Larkin (Coast Unit Sector Manager) and Graham Charles (OIC, Dun Laoghaire).

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The 10 year service medal recognises the significant commitment and dedication that Andy has given as a volunteer to the Coast Guard.

Our team in Dun Laoghaire is very proud of you Andy. Here's to the next 10 years 😉