RNLI and Coastguard warn against taking selfies at dangerous locations
The RNLI and Irish Coast Guard have warned people against taking selfies or playing Pokemon Go near dangerous coastlines.
With more and more people heading outdoors to play the phone app, both organisations have urged people to take note of where they are standing and to be aware of the risks.
Over the August Bank Holiday weekend last year, the RNLI were called out 29 times and rescued 49 people from Irish waters.
They are calling on people to be vigilant and take care in and on the water or along the coast line this Bank Holiday weekend.
Speaking to RedFM news Baltimore RNLI Coxswain Kieran Cotter says taking selfies at dangerous locations can have serious consequences:
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