Public warned not to swim at Ardnacrusha this August Bank Holiday

ESB have issued a warning to the public not to swim in the Ardnacrusha headrace and tailrace canal ahead of the August bank holiday weekend.

With improving temperatures forecast by Met Éireann, the state body "would like to remind the general public of the dangers and potentially serious consequences of swimming in any ESB reservoir".

Martin Stronge, Senior Manager, Hydro Operations said it "is important that people heed the safety warnings visible on signs posted around ESB reservoirs."

"Our reservoirs are not appropriate for swimming due to the risk of deep and fast-flowing waters, changing water levels and uneven ground which pose serious safety risks to members of the public.”

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“Remember to prioritise your safety and the safety of others by choosing safer swimming locations, such as swimming pools or beaches with designated lifeguards.”

These waters include the ESB reservoirs at Ardnacrusha headrace and tailrace canal in Clare; Assaroe, Lough Nacung and Lough Dunlewey in County Donegal Poulaphouca in County Wicklow; Golden Falls and Leixlip in County Kildare; Inniscarra and Carrigadrohid in County Cork.