Live webcam launched for Achill

Live webcam launched for Achill


Anton McNulty

Finding out what the weather is like in Achill or the surf conditions on Keel beach has become a lot easier with the installation of a live webcam on the island.
The live streaming webcam is available on the recently launched LoveAchill.com website with the view looking east over Keel beach with Minaun cliffs in the background. The webcam has a continuous stream of the location with viewers able to check out the weather conditions on the island as well as the comings and goings along Keel beach and Sandybanks.
The LoveAchill.com website was launched by Gerry Brannigan of Blackfield surf school and provides a comprehensive guide to Achill Island. It lists all local service providers, places to go and things to do as well as providing a full picture of what’s available on the island. The website also has an interactive livechat facility where questions on activities and accommodation can be asked and answered.
Speaking to The Mayo News, Mr Brannigan said the webcam received over 1,600 views in the first 12 hours it was online and will provide a service for people coming to the island and for Achill people living away from home.
“When the webcam was launched I was informed that there were 1,600 views of it overnight”.
The internet service was provided by Westnet while the webcam is located at the Ferndale Bed and Breakfast in Keel and Gerry thanked both for the co-operation and support.
Gerry explained that he had been thinking of launching a concept like LoveAchill.com for a the last number of years in order to provide information of what is occurring in Achill. He said he is working with a number of businesses on the island to promote what is happening and wants more to get involved.
“We want people in community groups to get involved in what we are doing. The live blood of the site will always be for information for visitors but we also want information which will be relevant for local people,” he explained.