Coastguard assisting canoeist on River Suir at Cahir

Photo © Pat Flynn

The coastguard rescue 116 helicopter has been called in to assist a canoeist in difficulty on the River Suir near Cahir.

It’s understood the incident is ongoing – between Cahir Castle and the Swiss Cottage.

Gardaí, the ambulance service and the local river rescue team have also been called to assist in the operation.