RNLI responds to early morning emergency in Athlone

Lough Ree RNLI responded to an early morning emergency in Athlone today (Thursday).

At approximately 03.45am, Lough Ree RNLI volunteers were tasked by the Irish Coast Guard following reports of a person in the water in Athlone.

Despite the hour, the crew launched the lifeboat in less than 12 minutes.

The person was safely recovered by An Garda Síochána.