Lough Ree RNLI is urging anyone taking to the water this summer to not make the mistake of complacency.
A total of 30 people have been rescued from the lake in June alone - with the latest rescue taking place on Thursday evening when six people were taken from a stricken vessel.
The RNLI is urging anyone who gets into trouble not to be afraid to ring for their help, and if they are planning a trip to ensure they are fully prepared for changing weather conditions.
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Tom McGuire is Lough Ree RNLI's press officer.
He says conditions can change on the lake very quickly and that can often catch people unawares:
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You can hear Tom's full interview with Maryclaire below:
