A successful rescue took place in Ballybunion this afternoon, after a child got into difficulty while swimming.
The young girl was pulled from the water at Ladies Beach and brought to safety by lifeguards.
Two lifeguards were involved in the rescue, which happened around half past two.
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The young girl was unharmed and was returned to her family, who were informed of the signs of secondary drowning in children.
It is important to monitor children for up to 3 days following a near drowning incident, and to seek medical attention if symptoms including chest pain,difficulty breathing or speaking, or excessive coughing present.
