A water safety initiative is taking place in Howth this weekend.
The operation involves the Gardai, the RNLI Lifeboats and the Irish Coast Guard.
People taking part in activities in the water in the coastal village today, are being shown and informed about the best ways to be safe at the seaside.
Spokesperson for Howth Coast Guard Fergus Cooney, explains why they decided to join forces with the RNLI and the Gardai:
