THE popular emergency services open day is back in Bundoran this August.

The volunteer crew of the Bundoran RNLI Lifeboat will once again team up with their emergency services colleagues to host its annual emergency services open day at the Pier in Bundoran on Sunday, August 24 from 1- 4pm.

The event which attracts both locals and visitors alike, is a unique opportunity for members of the public to meet the crews and see lifesaving equipment up close as well as getting an understanding of how it works.

The event will be free to attend with the opportunity to purchase some RNLI souvenirs in the popup shop which will be available on the day, including the new exclusive Bundoran Lifeboat Station pin badge as well as items from the RNLI 200 range.

Already confirmed to take part are Bundoran RNLI, Bundoran Fire and Rescue, Tyrone Underwater Search and Recovery, Donegal Bay CFR, Irish Coast Guard and the Ballyshannon-based ECAS (Emergency Call Answering Service) team with plenty more expected to join in on the day.

Organiser of the event, Shane Smyth, said, “this is a really great opportunity for everyone to meet and greet the crews of the various emergency services based in the locality as well as for the crews themselves to get the chance to meet for a few hours. It’s always an exciting day with lots of different activities for attendees to take part in while also getting the relevant safety messages across too.”

All are welcome to attend the open day. Parking will not be available on the pier on the day and patrons are requested to use any of the 3 free car parks in the vicinity (opposite the Allingham Arms, at the Post Office and at the West End Playground).

For timely updates, you can visit Bundoran RNLI on Facebook and Instagram.

Some of the emergency services team carrying out work.