Lough Neagh Coastguard Rescue Team

28/08/2026

🚨 Lough Neagh Coastguard Response

The Lough Neagh Coastguard Team was alerted at 16:10 following concerns over a possible flare sighting above Lough Neagh.

The team carried out a thorough search of the area; however, there were no visible signs of distress or anyone requiring assistance. The team was subsequently stood down at approximately 18:10.

While this was thankfully a false alarm, the report was made in good faith, and we would always encourage members of the public to report anything they believe could indicate someone may be in distress.

If you see a suspected distress flare or have concerns for someone’s safety at sea or on the water, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

It is always better to report a concern and allow the Coastguard to investigate than to ignore something that could potentially save a life.

26/08/2026

Training night down at Station

20/08/2026

Team paged this morning with Incident support vehicle by Ambulance control to assist with RTC Portaferry coast Rd along with Bangor and Portaferry Coastguard teams

01/08/2026

Please respect the throw lines and rescue equipment situated at our rivers, lakes and reservoirs which are essential for saving people who get into trouble in the water.

Theft or vandalism of this water safety equipment is putting lives at risk.

Please leave it alone unless you need to use it for an emergency and you can also share this appeal to help protect these vital rescue tools.

25/07/2026

Local emergency crews at Craigavon lakes today for World Drowning Prevention day giving safety advice.

Remember dial 999 ask for Coastguard

25/07/2026

World Drowning Prevention day at Craigavon lakes. All our local Emergency services on display.

Respect the water.

Call 📞 999 ask for Coastguard

25/07/2026

20/07/2026

Broken down jetski at the mouth of river Blackwater 2 people on board safe and well brought bk into Maghery by Lifeboat.