A man has been taken to hospital following a dramatic rescue in Downings in the early hours of this morning. Assistance was also provided by Mulroy Coast Guard, and the Sligo-based Rescue 118 Coast Guard helicopter that combed the shoreline until the group was confirmed safe. Advertisement Advertisement"Mulroy Coast Guard Unit's boat and drone teams along with Rescue 118 helicopter from Sligo were tasked to the scene," the spokesperson said. Illegal Pier ParkingThe latest emergency again highlights the illegal parking that blocked Downings Pier at the weekend, despite repeated warnings in recent months. The silver southern-registered car in question was found parked yesterday in the yellow box, which is meant to be kept clear in case the local Coast Guard lifeboat needs to be launched.