Co Kildare reservoir too dangerous for swimming - ESB

The ESB appealed to the public to be aware of the dangers and consequences of swimming in reservoirs during the current spell of hot weather.

Uneven ground, deep waters, changing water levels and fast flowing waters make the water storage facilities a risky place for swimmers to go.

ESB reservoirs across the country include facilities at Poulaphoca and Golden Falls in Wicklow, Leixlip in Kildare, Inniscarra and Carrigadrohid in Cork, the Ardnacrusha headrace and tailrace canal in Co Clare and Assaroe and Lough NaCung in Co Donegal.