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25th Dec 2015

Warning Message Issued For Christmas Day Swimmers

Blame it on the full moon.

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Blame it on the full moon… 

Christmas is finally here. *Cheers*

Folk up and down the country are kicking off the celebrations in various different ways, however for those adventurous souls that partake in an annual Christmas Day swim, there’s been a few warnings issued.

According to RTÉ News, people are asked to be wary of slightly more hazardous conditions than normal this year due to a full moon.

Swimmers are being alerted to strong tidal streams and rip currents.

A full moon is set to appear in the Christmas sky for the first time since Christmas Day 1977.

Our Santa hats are off to all that are braving the elements this morning!