The Latest Breaking News from National Ambulance Service

Six people rescued off Dublin and Wexford coast in two separate incidents

Three people drifted out to sea in Wexford while three people were affected when a boat overturned in Howth in Dublin

Irish Mirror · Jun 25, 2023

Rescuers rush to save three people as vessel overturns off Howth

Two of the casualties were brought to Howth RNLI station and another to the East pier by the Dublin Civil defence rescue boat.

Irish Mirror · Jun 25, 2023

Fire breaks out at Wexford General Hospital as emergency services rush to the blaze

People have been advised to stay away from the area

Irish Mirror · Mar 1, 2023

Man airlifted to hospital after tractor accident in Co Clare

An air ambulance was also drafted in to help with the incident

Irish Mirror · May 15, 2022

Two surfers rescued off coast of Donegal after getting into difficulty as others warned of conditions

The incident was called in just after 3:35 pm by a number of passers-by at Rossnowlagh Beach who heard calls for help

Irish Mirror · May 14, 2022

Family of Irish teen who died waiting on ambulance say 'you never get over it'

The HSE last night told the Irish Mirror that the National Ambulance Service is “experiencing very high demand for 999 services”.

Irish Mirror · Apr 23, 2022

Brave lifeguards rescue injured swimmer at Forty Foot beach

Other swimmers and the emergency crew leaped into action after one swimmer experienced difficulty in the water

Dublin Live · Apr 22, 2022

Dubliners warned to expect delays if they have to ring an ambulance

Some are being urged to contact their GP, go to a minor injury unit, or look after issues themselves before calling 999 to help ease the pressure on the system

Dublin Live · Mar 29, 2022

Emergency services rush to Dublin homeless hostel after blaze breaks out and multiple people injured

Dublin Fire Brigade was alerted to the incident on Little Britain Street just off Capel Street at around 5.50pm on Saturday evening

Irish Mirror · Mar 26, 2022

Flight makes emergency landing at Shannon Airport after declaring 'Mayday' amid on-board fire fears

A major multi-agency response was mounted at Shannon involving the airport’s own fire and rescue service; local authority fire service, National Ambulance Service and gardai. The Irish Coast Guard and RNLI were also alerted

Irish Mirror · Feb 22, 2022