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Search in Fiddown, now concluded

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  May 30, 2016
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The search in Fiddown, County Kilkenny, concluded this morning with the discovery of a body by Carrick River Rescue. We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the man’s family and friends at this difficult time. On a personal note, our volunteer’s would like to thank the community in Fiddown for their kindness in providing both food and support throughout the search.

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Operations continue tomorrow

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  May 29, 2016
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WMSAR volunteers have completed their third days searching in Fiddown for a missing person. Also present over the weekend were our colleagues from Carrick River Rescue and Kilkenny Civil Defense, as well as numerous local men and women who assisted. Thank you to An Garda Síochána and Irish Coast Guard. Operations continue tomorrow.

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Wexford MarineWatch visit Wmsar

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Welcome to our colleagues from Wexford MarineWatch who are herMato help us spread awareness for Mental Health Awareness Month which has been happening throughout the month of May. Stay safe everyone !! Remember, If you, or someone you know is going through a tough time, there is help – just take a look at the following numbers Samaritans: 116 123 Console: 1800 247 247 Aware: 1890 303 302 Pieta House: 01 601 0000 Teen-Line Ireland: 1800 833 634 (for ages 13 to 19) Childline: 1800 66 66 66 (for under 18s)

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Hikecycle 2016

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  May 21, 2016
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HikeCycle 2016 July the 23rd – In Aid of Waterford Marine Search And Rescue and Carrick On Suir River Rescue. Check out the links below for more information. Looking for the next challenge this summer..? Want something to aim for..? This July 23rd Kilmacow – Slievenamon -Kilmacow total distance of 70km cycle with a hike up Slievenamon thrown in the middle of it for good measure… Feeling up to it…? Limited spaces available… Log on to hikecycle@gmail.com to register. https://www.facebook.com/HikeCycle2016/?fref=photo

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“WMSAR rescue boat launched

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  May 15, 2016
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“WMSAR rescue boat and volunteer crew are currently launched on service to a broken down vessel located at Creadan Head. The operation has been ongoing since 16.00 and crews have the vessel under tow. Crews have just passing Cheekpoint at this time making their way back to Waterford City. Also tasked were our colleagues from Fethard RNLI.” Busy day on the water for all units across Ireland with the fine weather. Operations are being overseen by Irish Coast Guard MRCC.

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Where there is help, there is Hope

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  May 14, 2016
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**Please Share to spread the message “Where there is help, there is Hope!!” ** Volunteer crews are gearing up for this weekends Suicide Prevention Patrol. Our crews will be out until the early hours of Sunday morning patrolling the quays of the River Suir. Stay Safe if you are out and about 🙂 Remember, If you, or someone you know is going through a tough time, there is help – just take a look at the following numbers Samaritans: 116 123 Console: 1800 247 247 Aware: 1890 303 302 Pieta House: 01 601 0000 Teen-Line Ireland: 1800 833 634 (for ages 13 to 19) Childline: 1800 66 66 66 (for under 18s) #wherethereishelpthereishope

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WIT raise and give week 2016

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  May 13, 2016
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Waterford Marine Search and Rescue are delighted to be one of the recipients for this years “Raise and Give Week” in WIT. A total of €17000 has been raised between 4 different charities this year which is an absolutely phenomenal result. A massive thank you to Meadbh, Edel, Michelle, Ricky and Bo of WIT Students Union and of course to the students of Waterford for their help and support.

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Darkness Into Light 2016

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  May 7, 2016
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Darkness Into Light 2016 Speculator picture from Noel Browne once again of Waterford Marine Search and Rescue Boats and the HOPE Sign on the River Suir. Volunteers from Waterford Marine Search and Rescue, Waterford City Civil Defence, Irish Naval Service Waterford Branch, Order of Malta Ireland – Waterford Unit, Tramore Coast Guard, BonmahonCoastGuard, Dunmore East Coast Guard Units were on the Darkness into Light route providing safety cover and marshaling the 5K walk / run. Great multi agency effort. Crews From Waterford Marine Search and Rescue and Waterford City River Rescue were on the water providing safety cover. Roll on next year smile emoticon

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