Emergency services in Waterford responded to three separate callouts in the city this morning.
A large multi-agency response was launched when a person in distress was seen on the wrong side of railings on the Quay in Waterford by a River Rescue crew which was out training this morning
Waterford City River Rescue, Waterford City Fire Service, Rescue 117, An Garda Síochána and Waterford Ambulance Station were all involved in an intensive search of the River Suir.
As crews were being stood down they were redeployed to another incident unfolding in a separate area of the river also involving a person in distress. A similar call was made earlier this morning in the Adelphi Quay area.
All incidents were successfully resolved by emergency services.
Waterford City River Rescue are stressing the absolute importance of an early call to the Emergency Services for water incidents so the relevant services can be dispatched promptly.
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.
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
