# sea

Last month

August 2023

# Mediterranean

At least 30 migrants missing in shipwrecks off Italy

An investigation into the shipwrecks has been opened in Agrigento, on the nearby Italian island of Sicily.

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Aug 6th 2023, 12:26 PM

This year

2023

# Kilkee

Man killed after falling from West Clare cliff while fishing

Efforts to resuscitate the man were unsuccessful and he was formally pronounced dead at the scene.

29.7k

Jul 12th 2023, 8:13 PM

THE MORNING LEAD

Rising ocean temperatures spell 'real threat' to fish species in Irish waters

A report by

Lauren Boland

There are many warning signs that Earth’s oceans are heating up due to climate change.

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Jun 25th 2023, 12:05 AM

# marine heatwave

'Unprecedented' marine heatwave taking place off Irish and British coasts

One scientist warned of a possible mass die-off of kelp, seagrass, fish and oysters due to the heat.

36.4k

Jun 19th 2023, 4:38 PM

# Rescue

Coast Guard rescues two children clinging to buoy off Malahide

A passing boat which happened to be helmed by an off duty member of the Howth Coast Guard team picked up the two children.

23.3k

May 31st 2023, 7:39 AM

Voices

Louise Bruton: A costly redevelopment of a public swimming spot should never exclude anyone

Louise Bruton is an avid sea swimmer but says she’s disappointed that the new baths in Dún Laoghaire are not wheelchair accessible.

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Jan 14th 2023, 8:00 PM

Last year

2022

# maritime patrol

Customs service to spend €20 million on new boats to help tackle drug trade

One key mission will be the service’s role in the Joint Task Force on Drug Interdiction.

20.0k

Feb 20th 2022, 6:30 AM

# splash

Quiz: How much do you know about the Atlantic Ocean?

Dip your toes into this quiz (not literally, please).

49.5k

Jan 30th 2022, 10:00 PM

All time

# Your Say

Poll: Do you swim in the sea?

The lifting of the 5km travel limit opens up the possibility of a sea swim for more people.

45.0k

Apr 17th 2021, 9:54 AM

# arf arf arf arf

Quiz: How much do you know about seals?

Arf arf arf arf.

39.8k

Jan 30th 2021, 10:00 PM

# storm ellen

Coast Guard issues warning about inflatable devices amid high tides

High tides and a storm are expected in the coming days.

10.6k

Aug 19th 2020, 8:37 AM

# Galway Rescue

‘It provided inspiration’: Neighbouring GAA clubs meet on the field following paddleboard rescue

The Bearna and Salthill-Knocknacarra GAA clubs met in championship on Friday night after helping with the search for the missing paddle boarders.

19.6k

Aug 17th 2020, 3:00 PM

# water safety

Over 1,000 people drowned in Ireland over the past 10 years

A new website has been launched to provide advice and tips on water safety to the public.

15.5k

Jul 31st 2020, 11:14 AM

# deep blue sea

A sea view will add 32% to the cost of your house

But a cliff will make it cost less.

19.0k

Jul 31st 2018, 6:01 AM

# marine life

Here are some of the best photos taken of marine life in Dublin Bay from the 1980s to 2017

Dublin Bay Biosphere Partnership and the Irish Underwater Council wanted to raise awareness of marine life living in Dublin Bay.

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May 5th 2018, 6:30 PM

# lost landscapes

'We're going to find out how they lived': Researchers to look under the Irish Sea for evidence of first settlers

Under the Irish sea is a prehistoric ‘palaeolandscape’ of plains, hills, marshlands and river valleys.

15.9k

Feb 24th 2018, 8:30 AM

# terra firma

After 64 days at sea ex-Connacht and Leinster lock Browne completes epic row across Atlantic

‘Without a doubt this is the toughest challenge I have ever taken on,’ said Browne after embracing his parents, brother and sister in Antigua.

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Updated

Feb 16th 2018, 11:07 AM

# ultimate challenge

Dublin man attempting to sail around the world alone with no modern technology

Gregor McGuckin will take part in the Golden Globe Race in July.

24.8k

Feb 4th 2018, 9:30 AM

# Creeragh

Man in critical condition after being washed into sea in Clare

It’s believed he was taking photos near the base of a cliff.

20.9k

Jan 13th 2018, 5:28 PM

# Poll

Poll: Should people who ignore emergency services advice during a status red warning be arrested?

Have your say.

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Oct 17th 2017, 9:39 AM

# water safety

'They could have lethal consequences': Warnings issued over new mermaid craze

There has been an increased trend of the use of mermaid tails while swimming in the UK.

59.4k

Aug 26th 2017, 6:15 AM

# Coast Guard

Two divers rescued off Dalkey Island

They failed to surface when diving yesterday afternoon.

12.5k

Aug 21st 2017, 7:13 AM

# Mediterranean

Stranded anti-migrant ship refuses help from migrant rescue vessel

The anti-migrant activists on board the ship said it was just a “minor technical problem”.

27.3k

Aug 11th 2017, 6:13 PM

# Courtmacsherry Bay

Four people rescued off west Cork coast after boat's engine problems

Strong winds and engine problems left four people stranded after leaving Courtmacsherry Bay this morning.

14.5k

Jul 30th 2017, 7:03 PM

# Sunken Ship

Main Lusitania telegraph finally recovered from Cork seabed

The ship sank off the Cork coast in 1915 after it was hit by a German U-boat torpedo.

19.2k

Jul 26th 2017, 6:13 PM

# Brexit

Are fisheries the first casualty in a Brexit split between Ireland and the UK?

If the UK continues to lift the drawbridge on its waters, it could cause problems for Ireland.

15.6k

Jul 16th 2017, 10:32 AM

# innovative technique

7,000 year old penguin poo reveals volcanic eruptions almost wiped out Antarctic sea bird colony

The changes in penguin populations had been linked to climate change.

11.6k

Apr 16th 2017, 11:30 AM

# lighthouse family

Ever wanted to stay in a lighthouse? Now you can

Five new lighthouse properties are available for people to rent as short-term accommodation.

23.2k

Mar 30th 2017, 1:24 PM

# Svalbarði

You can now buy 'luxury' water from melted icebergs for €94

It has a superior mouth feel, apparently.

15.5k

Feb 18th 2017, 10:00 AM

# Buncrana Tragedy

Safety review of Donegal piers to begin after tragic death of family

Donegal County Council is to carry out the review.

8.9k

Dec 23rd 2016, 2:56 PM

# creatures of the deep

This fisherman tweets all of the horrific creatures he finds in the sea, and it's pure nightmare fuel

Mammy!

7.4k

Dec 21st 2016, 8:56 AM

# Jim Keane

Body found in search for elderly farmer in Co Kerry

Jim Keane, aged 70, had been missing since Monday.

35.2k

Nov 3rd 2016, 7:38 PM

# power to the people

WATCH: How highly-skilled divers and new technology restored electricity to the Aran Islands

An ESB undersea habitat was used to fix a fault in a 10.5 km power cable.

13.3k

Oct 27th 2016, 6:03 AM

# Humanitarian Crisis

42 people drown after boat carrying 450 migrants capsizes at sea

The vessel overturned off the port city of Rosetta in Egypt, police and health officials said.

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Sep 21st 2016, 10:39 PM

# Camber Sands

Five young men die in seaside tragedy in England

Police believe the men were all in their late teens and early 20s and had gone to the beach together.

49.9k

Aug 25th 2016, 12:45 PM

# South Fistral Beach

Two-year-old girl who was swept into sea with father at Newquay has died

Lisinda Bruynius has paid tribute to her daughter and husband, who died last Friday.

30.4k

Aug 24th 2016, 6:43 PM

# Recovered

Body found off west Cork coast after search for missing fisherman

The local man who was in his 60s was reported missing yesterday.

17.8k

Aug 16th 2016, 12:25 PM

# summer safety

Video shows the difference a life jacket makes when you fall in Irish waters

The Coast Guard is particularly urging those who take part in shore-related activities to wear life jackets.

14.9k

Jul 1st 2016, 3:34 PM

# Pollution

Fingal County Council issues warning about another three beaches

The council said there was water overflow from a pump station due to heavy rainfall.

24.1k

Jun 7th 2016, 6:14 PM

# Perth

Body of woman found after suspected shark attack

It comes just two days after a surfer died after being attacked by a shark last week.

23.1k

Jun 5th 2016, 8:10 AM