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ALERT: Irish holidaymakers heading to Spain hit with serious balcony warning STOCK IMAGE
Irish holidaymakers heading to Spain this summer have been hit with a warning over balconies in resorts.
The advice has been issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs with holiday season in full flow for Irish tourists with many heading away during the school holidays.
The Department warned of the dangers and possible fines over the use of balconies in some Spanish hotspots.
"There have been a number of serious accidents in recent years involving falls from balconies," they said.
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"Several of these have resulted in the death or serious injury of an Irish citizen. It is important to exercise caution when using hotel and apartment balconies, particularly if you have consumed alcohol or drugs, and to avoid taking unnecessary risks.
"If you suffer a balcony fall while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, your insurance company may refuse to cover any resultant costs.
"You should also be aware that the Spanish authorities may impose fines on those engaged in risky behaviour on balconies, including climbing over them or jumping from them," they concluded.
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