If you see someone in difficulty, these simple steps may save a life:

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SHOUT

Shout to the casualty and encourage them to shore. This may orientate them just enough.

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REACH

Reach out with a long object such a branch or a piece of clothing but do not enter the water yourself.

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THROW

Throw a ringbuoy or any floating object and call 112 for the coast guard.

 

Martin Cullinane saves two boys aged 5 and 6 from drowning in cold water at Passage West, Co Cork. His story is a warning for all. No one should suffer drowning.