03/06/2019

Major Search Operation Ongoing For Missing Jet-Skier

A major search operation is ongoing on Lough Ree in the Midlands after a woman went missing while jet-sking.

The operation was launched on Sunday evening after a woman failed to return to shore at the lake, which borders Westmeath and Longford.

Irish Coast Guard Helicopter, RNLI crews, civil defence and sub-aqua clubs are involved in the operation.


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