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Cargo jet returns to Shannon with engine problem

A U.S. bound cargo jet was forced to return to Shannon Airport this afternoon after suffering an engine issue on departure.

Kilrush RNLI responds to report of vessel in difficulty

The volunteer crew of the Kilrush RNLI lifeboat launched this morning following reports of a vessel in difficulty off in the Shannon Estuary Querrin in West Clare.

Three rescued off Clare coast by RNLI lifeboat crew

Three people were rescued from a sinking boat off Co Clare late last night by an RNLI lifeboat crew.

Fisherman towed to safety after dinghy engine failed

A lone fisherman was brought to safety this evening after the engine on his dinghy failed in the Shannon Estuary.

Teenager in dinghy rescued off Clare coast

Two young boys have been rescued off the Clare coast after they were reported to be adrift in a small inflatable dinghy.

Child adrift on lilo rescued from Shannon Estuary

The crews of the Shannon based search and rescue helicopter and Kilrush RNLI lifeboat have been involved in the rescue of a young child in the Shannon Estuary this afternoon.

Pony lost at sea despite efforts to rescue it...

A pony was lost at sea this afternoon despite the best efforts of search and rescue services to recover the animal from the base of a cliff in Co Clare.

RNLI seeking ‘face-to-face’ fundraisers

The RNLI is currently looking to recruit more face-to-face fundraisers to help share vital safety messages and encourage new supporters to sign up and donate after the charity experienced a shortfall in funds last year. 

Kilrush RNLI rescue drifting jet-skier

A man was rescued from the Shannon Estuary this afternoon after his jet-ski broke down leaving him drifting dangerously close to a busy shipping channel.
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