Waterford City River Rescue stood down after responding to emergency situation
Sunrise at Waterford in june
Waterford City River Rescue say they were stood down this morning following an incident which was successfully resolved by An Garda Síochána.
The group posted on social media that an emergency situation arose in the early hours of the morning as a person was entering the water and the Irish Coast Guard requested their assistance.
But the group say they were not needed and were stood down quickly.
“Thank you to everyone involved and to MRCC, who coordinated this incident.
We would like to reiterate the absolute importance of an early call to the Emergency Services for water incidents so the relevant services can be dispatched promptly.
"Please remember if you see anyone in difficulty on our lakes, rivers or coast, call 999 or 112 and ask for The Irish Coast Guard, who will dispatch the services needed to the scene.
"Do not assume somebody has already made that call,” wrote Waterford City River Rescue.
Waterford City River Rescue shared the following numbers to assist anyone in distress.
- Pieta House 24 hour helpline at 1800 247 247.
- Samaritans at 116 123.
- For free 24/7 support in a crisis, free-text HELLO to 50808.
- Men's Aid 01 5543811
- Women's Aid 1800 341 900 ALONE 0818 222 024
