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A MAN IN his 40s was rescued today after getting into difficulty in the River Liffey.

Four Dublin Fire Brigade appliances and one of its rescue boats were used in the rescue.

The incident occurred between 3.45pm and 4pm today near the O’Connell bridge.

The man was taken from the river and brought to St James’ Hospital. His current condition is unknown.

DFB crews have just rescued a person from the River Liffey at O'Connell bridge. Person has been removed to hospital by ambulance
— Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) July 17, 2015

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Man in his 40s rescued from the River Liffey

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