Homes, gardens, workplaces and Irish embassies across the world were lit up last night to honour everyone affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
President Michael D Higgins and Sabina Higgins joined the initiative to remember the people who have died, those who are sick and to recognise the frontline workers.
President and Sabina Higgins joined the 'Shine Your Light' / 'Lanraigh Do Sholas' campaign, lighting lanterns as a symbol of hope and solidarity.https://t.co/PeqaS8DbqI #ShineYourLight pic.twitter.com/jdKChYe5CD
— President of Ireland (@PresidentIRL) April 11, 2020
Here in Waterford Dungarvan artist Sinead Hehir created an illuminated lantern sculpture as a tribute.
Waterford Fire Service showed their support for their fellow frontline workers.
Neighbours across Waterford City and County joined in, lighting candles and sending messages of solidarity.
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The Waterford Baloon doing its bit for #ShineYourLight tonight.@rtenews @jjdalyirl @Faithlegghouse @waterfordcc @WaterfordPocket pic.twitter.com/8wImcZr9hA
— Brian Walsh (@hilitetv) April 11, 2020
Thinking of our neighbours @UHW_Waterford and all those near and far. Thank you. #ShineYourLight pic.twitter.com/RaHcLhtySE
— GROW HQ (@Grow_HQ) April 11, 2020
