Rescuers respond to two emergency incidents on river in Kilkenny

Waterford City River Rescue responded to two emergency calls on the river yesterday (Thursday) in the area of Fiddown, County Kilkenny.

The first call was received shortly after 5am and the second call was received at approximately 6.30pm.

Both incidents were brought to a successful conclusion by An Garda Síochána and the river rescue crews were subsequently stood down.

The river rescue team 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," they said.

"Do not assume somebody has already made that call."