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# brave the waves

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2022

Planning a Christmas day swim? Here's how to stay safe

Water Safety Ireland warns that recent cold weather may affect even the most experienced swimmers.

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Dec 25th 2022, 7:30 AM

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Planning on a Christmas day swim? Here's how to stay safe

Irish Water Safety is warning that cold water immersion and hypothermia can overwhelm even the fittest of swimmers.

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Dec 24th 2018, 9:00 PM