Lifeguards Provision
Water Safety
Lifeguards
Lifeguard Stations Operational
Saturday 29th June to Wednesday 03rd July 2024
11.00 to 19.00hrs
- South Beach, Skerries
- South Beach, Rush (Monday to Wednesday)
- Balcarrick Beach, Donabate
- Malahide Beach (Constant Red Flag)
- Portmarnock Beach
- The Burrow Beach, Sutton
- Claremont Beach, Howth (Monday to Wednesday)
Unfortunately, due to limited resources, we are not in a position to open the remaining lifeguard stations this weekend. We wish to apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Lifeguards play a vital and often varied role in ensuring the safety of bathers, particularly as and they’re often the first responders in case of an emergency. Being a responsible visitor to the beach can assist them to do their duties, which is why the Council is keen to encourage beach enthusiasts to exercise caution, remain vigilant, and respect the authority of lifeguards.
By working together, we can create a safe and enjoyable beach experience for everyone.
- Beach users are asked to only swim in the designated areas which will be marked with flags.
- Parents and guardians of small children are advised to keep watch over their children at all times.
- Please do not bring inflatable toys to the beach. These should never be used in open water as they can be swept away by currents and offshore breezes.
- Water quality information will be available on the beach noticeboard and also available on beaches.ie
- Remember alcohol consumption is not allowed on our beaches and can seriously compromise personal safety around water.
- Please do not bring BBQ’s to our beaches, as they can lead to serious burns if left behind.
- Take your rubbish home with you, if our bins are full, and help keep our beaches safe for all users
Where an area is not being lifeguarded and you get into trouble or see someone else in difficulty, dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard.
For more water safety tips, please see watersafety.ie
Councils can provide lifeguards to beaches and outdoor swimming areas during the summer season.
There’s a red or yellow flag flying from the lifeguard station when a lifeguard is on duty. A lifeguard is only on duty in the summer months from 11am to 7pm as follows;
- Saturday and Sunday during June
- everyday during July and August
Beach users are asked to only swim in the designated areas which will be marked with flags.
Parents and guardians of small children are advised to keep watch over their children at all times.
Water quality information will be available on the beach noticeboard and also available on beaches.ie
Remember alcohol consumption is not allowed on our beaches and can seriously compromise personal safety around water.
Please do not bring BBQ’s to our beaches, as they can lead to serious burns if left behind. Take your rubbish home with you, if our bins are full, and help keep our beaches safe for all users.
For more water safety tips, please see watersafety.ie
Types of Jellyfish: https://www.hse.ie/eng/health/hl/water/bathing/jellyfish-in-irish-coastal-waters.html