Achill Island RNLI
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A charity proudly #SavingLivesAtSea in an area between Blacksod Bay and Inishturk Island since 1996 #RNLI | #Volunteers | #RespectTheWater | #FloatToLive
Achill Island, County Mayo.
Joined December 2019
@AchillRNLI is one of two @RNLI lifeboat stations in Mayo, the other one being #BallyglassRNLI to our north. Our #Volunteer crew have been #SavingLivesAtSea within an area between Blacksod Bay and Inishturk since 1996. Many of our call outs involve medical . . . 1/2
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"A visit during weather conditions such as these is not worth risking your life for." - Linda-Gene Byrne, @RNLI Water Safety Lead RNLI urges public to stay safe during Storm Amy | RNLI https://t.co/FViDQ79Gyn
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. . . or capsule – does it need replacing? 👉 Check the air bladder – are there any wear points, holes or slow leaks? 👉 Repack your lifejacket – is everything in the right place? 👉 Get your lifejacket serviced every year by the manufacturer or a recommended agent.
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. . . and understands the importance of regularly checking and maintaining their lifejacket as standard. Share our top tips to help: 👉 Do a visual check – is there any obvious wear and tear? 👉 Check the gas cylinder – is there any corrosion? 👉 Check the retaining clip . . .
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When was the last time you had your #Lifejacket serviced? 🤔 Of the 461 lifejackets inspected at @RNLI clinics across the region this year, alarmingly, 61% have failed as illustrated by some of the photos here. Help us spread the word so everyone with a lifejacket learns . . 🧵
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The very best of luck to everyone receiving their #LeavingCertificate results today! There is something for everyone with lots of options and pathways to get you where you want to be. We are also thinking of the families & loved ones of everyone getting results today. 💙🧡
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@AchillRNLI launch to assist man in sinking boat in multi-agency rescue. This was the second call out in two days for the volunteer crew. https://t.co/mmXHpWvivf
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@AchillRNLI volunteer crew come to aid of 3 paddleboarders at Keem Bay on Saturday 16 August. 📽️Niamh Stephenson, @RNLI
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With fine weather and warm temperatures forecast into the weekend, the @RNLI is urging people to remember a single piece of advice which could help save their life if they are struggling in the water: #FloatToLive. For more information visit
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Do you know what to do if you get into difficulty in the water? These five simple steps could save your life in an emergency. Learn how to float to live.
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LISTEN: Some excellent water safety advice from our friends at @WaterSafetyIE on today's RTÉ News At One. Please heed this lifesaving advice. 💙🧡 https://t.co/8IY5uWVvi3
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Joanne Walsh, CEO Water Safety Ireland, highlights the risk of drowning involved with sea swimming.
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. . . for swimming pools only. If you see someone in difficulty on or near the water, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard.
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. . . can easily catch anyone out. Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return and wear a buoyancy aid on SUPs, kayaks, boats, etc. Have a means of calling for help and never bring inflatables to a beach, lake or river - they are designed . . .
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With the current warm spell of weather, people are likely to visit our coasts and waterways to enjoy the conditions and to cool down. While it's important to enjoy your visit, please plan it carefully, checking the weather for offshore breezes and tides, which . . .
Tuesday will be dry for most with sunshine developing widely☀️. However, a few showers will develop through the day🌦️. Very warm with highest temperatures🌡️ of 22 to 28°C in a light easterly breeze🍃.
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@AchillRNLI's Trent class all-weather lifeboat on its mooring under the watchful gaze of Grainne Uaile’s castle. 💙🧡 @RNLI | #SavingLivesAtSea
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. . . the water ☎️ 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard. @RNLI | #StaySafeTakeAPhoneMakeItHome
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🚨 #StormFloris Weather Warnings 🚨 @MetEireann has issued a Status Yellow wind warning and a Status Yellow rain warning for Mayo from 2am on Monday morning. Please monitor for updates as they may happen over the coming hours. If you see someone in difficulty on or near . . .
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Warmest congratulations to James Mangan, Coxswain at #Ballyglass @RNLI, on his retirement. James' leadership and friendship stand out among his many qualities, and we wish him and his family the very best of luck in his next adventure. 💙🧡 https://t.co/UHxa9yDtW4
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Ballyglass RNLI Coxswain James Mangan is hanging up his yellow wellies after 36 years of service.
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🚨 #RipCurrent warning ahead of August Bank Holiday weekend 🚨 To avoid a rip current choose a lifeguarded beach & swim between the red & yellow flags which indicate where it is safer to swim in the current conditions. You can find lifeguarded beaches at https://t.co/MWyotnmkBN
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Season 10 of #SavingLivesAtSea is back tomorrow evening, Thursday 31 July at 8pm on @BBCTwo and @BBCiPlayer! Don't miss it! 👇 💙🧡
Saving Lives at Sea is BACK 🙌 Incredible rescues. Brave volunteers. Real stories from those they saved. Don’t miss it! Launching on @BBCTwo and @BBCiPlayer on 31 July at 8pm! #RNLI #SavingLivesAtSea #BBC #EmergencyServices #SearchAndRescue #TVShows #Lifeboats #Lifeguards
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We are inviting people who swim at beaches, lakes and rivers to help identify areas that should maintain existing bathing waters designations and areas that are commonly used for swimming but not identified at present. Closing Date: Sept. 26th More info: https://t.co/IB0GwniQo3
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