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11. Januar 201630. März 2025

MARINE NOTICE 001 of 2016

Shannon Navigation & Shannon Erne Waterway;© IBRA & ECBA; click to "enlarge" — © IBRA & ECBA

MARINE NOTICE, No. 001 of 2016

All Navigations

General Caution

Marine Notice 155 of 2016 refers. Waterways Ireland continues to advise caution while extensive flooding continues across all navigations. See below advice issued by ESB networks in relation to available clearance under overhead or sunken electricity cables.

„WARNING TO THE PUBLIC AND EMERGENCY SERVICES WHEN ACCESSSING FLOODED AREAS IN BOATS AND FLOTATION DEVICES

ELECTRICITY NETWORK CLEARANCE MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE FLOODWATER LEVEL

ESB Networks is warning members of the public and emergency services to be vigilant when moving around flooded areas in boats and other flotation vehicles.
The electricity network is designed to have ample clearance for access and egress during normal conditions. However, when areas are flooded, this clearance level may be affected.
The electricity network is live and should not be approached. Electricity wires are dangerous even at close proximity and where clearance is compromised, you should not pass under them.
If you see any sagging electricity wires or wires submerged in water, please do not steer your boat over these. Do not use oars or anything else to lift or move electricity wires. Please report any poor clearance issues immediately to ESB Network at 1850 372 999.
ESB Networks is currently assessing the electricity network in flooded areas to assess damage and identify safety issues“.

Charles J. Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 8 Jan 2016

18. Dezember 201524. Dezember 2015

MARINE NOTICE 158 of 2015

MARINE NOTICE, No.158 of 2015

ALL NAVIGATIONS

Continued Caution at Public Harbours

Further to Marine Notice 152 Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters, owners and the general public that there is continued need for vigilance and caution as flood waters pertain and /or fall very slowly.
When water levels do begin to fall they will reveal harbour and jetty surfaces that have been underwater for an extended period of time. Areas within the immediate precincts of these facilities such as car parks will still need to be approached with caution as it will take some time for all areas to be cleaned, repaired and maintained following the flooding.
Also some services will be unavailable due to flooding and these will need to be inspected, cleaned and repaired before being recommissioned for use

Charles J. Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 18 Dec 2015

15. Mai 201526. Januar 2025

MARINE NOTICE, No 048 of 2015

Map Inland Waterways Ireland;© Waterways Ireland — Inland Waterway; © WI

MARINE NOTICE, No 48 of 2015

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Fire Fighting

Following a recent fire onboard a vessel in Grand Canal Basin, Dublin, Waterways Ireland reminds masters and owners of vessels to be conversant with the fire fighting requirements of the various navigation bye-laws for their particular vessels.
Attention should be given to the provision of in-date fire extinguishers and also the need for gas installations to be correctly installed and regularly maintained.
Both the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) United Kingdom and the Maritime Safety Directorate, Dublin provides further guidance on these matters for recreational craft.

C.J.Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 11 May 2015

15. Oktober 201418. Juni 2019

MARINE NOTICE 088 of 2014

MARINE NOTICE, No. 88 of 2014

(Re-issued 14 Oct 2014)

All Navigations

Low Water Levels

Advisory Information

The extended period of dry weather has meant that water levels in the navigations are presently lower than normal for this time of year.
Masters and users are advised of the following:

Navigation
Where water levels fall below normal summer levels masters should be aware that their vessels may be at risk of grounding, particularly deep drafted vessels.
To reduce this risk masters should navigate where possible on or near the centreline of the channel and also avoid short cutting in dog-legged channels and navigating too close to navigation markers.
Proceeding at a slow speed will also reduce “squat” effect i.e. where the vessel tends to sit lower in the water as a consequence of higher speed.
Slipways
Low water levels will also impact on slipways with reduced slipway length available under the water surface and the possibility of launching trailers dropping off the end of the concrete apron onto the river /lake bed and causing damage to trailer, outboard motor or boat. More slipway surface will also be susceptible to weed growth requiring care while engaged in launching boats.
Bank Erosion
Very dry riverbanks are more susceptible to erosion from vessel wash. Please ensure you adhere to the speed limits and maintain a reduced wash.
Lock Share.
Where appropriate by maximising on the number of vessels in a lock the total volume of water moving downstream is decreased. This also reduces the volume of water used. Please be patient and wait for other boaters to share the lock with you rather than using locks for single passages.
Efficient Lock Use.
Make sure lock cycles are used for vessels travelling each way. Each lock cycle should take boats both up and down stream. Shut all sluice gates and paddles when leaving a lock.
Service Blocks
You are requested not to leave taps running at watering points or service blocks in the interest of water conservation.

Charles Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 18 July 2014

Bank Erosion, Very dry riverbanks SEW; click picture to "enlage" — Bank Erosion, Very dry riverbanks SEW

18. Juni 201424. Juli 2017

MARINE NOTICE 069 of 2014

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MARINE NOTICE, No.69 of 2014

All Navigations

Danger to Swimmers

Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters, owners and all other users of the navigations that it is prohibited to swim in the vicinity of harbours, quays, jetties and within 200m of locks, weirs, bridges and other navigation infrastructure because of the dangers associated with vessels manoeuvring. Also, a fast current is to be expected adjacent to locks, weirs and bridges which will pose a danger to swimmers.

Masters should keep a sharp look-out for swimmers in the water especially on the approaches to harbours and to manoeuvre their vessel accordingly.

Charles Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 18 Jun 2014

Schwimmen am Jetty im Shannon; © wasserrausch; click picture to "enlarge" — Schwimmen am Jetty im Shannon