Fast-acting Limerick firefighters rescue man from river
It is understood they came to the man’s aid within seconds
THE FAST actions of Limerick firefighters saved a person from harm when they rescued him from the River Shannon.
It is understood they came to the man’s aid within seconds as they were conducting training exercises at the time.
Limerick Live was contacted about the incident by a member of the public who saw the activity on the river on Tuesday morning.
A spokesperson for Limerick City and County Council confirmed that Limerick Fire and Rescue Service received a call on Tuesday at around 11.30am in relation to a person observed entering the water.
“Limerick Fire and Rescue Service personnel were running a boat course on the River Shannon at the time. Rescue boats were in place as a result and were able to successfully rescue the individual. The person was then handed over to the care of the HSE,” said the council spokesperson.
Paramedics from the National Ambulance Service provided treatment and care.
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