Crews from Waterford City River Rescue, Waterford City Fire Service and Waterford Ambulance Station were tasked by the Irish Coast Guard to an emergency involving a person in the area of Rice Bridge.

Crews were stood down shortly after launching and the incident was brought to a successful conclusion by members of An Garda Síochána.

“Thank you to everyone involved and to MRCC who coordinated this morning’s incident,” said a spokesperson for Waterford City River Rescue.

“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. Please remember you are never alone, if you need help please contact.”