Waterford rescue patrol assists person during incident at the Rice Bridge
Waterford Marine Search and rescue on the River Suir
Another incident involving a person trying to enter the water in Waterford City has been resolved successfully.
In a post on social media, Waterford Marine Search and Rescue said that while on foot patrol, they came across a woman trying to enter the water at the Rice Bridge.
“WMSAR team engaged with the female, and after a short time, along with the assistance of Waterford Gardaí, the situation was safely resolved. Our lifeboat crew was also on standby at Rice Bridge as a precaution,” wrote the group.
This was the third reported incident since the weekend.
WMSAR urged anyone in distress to reach out for help.
They shared the following helplines for anyone in need.
- 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
