A search and rescue operation took place in Killarney this afternoon.
A man and two children got into difficulty after their boat capsized on the lake.
The three were able to swim towards Lamb Island where they hung onto tree branches.
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The alarm was raised to Valentia Coast Guard just before 1 o'clock.
They dispatched Rescue Helicopter 115.
Killarney Water Rescue and local fishermen also joined the search.
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A local fisherman, who accompanied by a paramedic, located the man and children and brought them to shore.
They were met by an ambulance and assessed by a crew at approximately 1.40pm.
The three people involved are believed to be uninjured.
