Two lifeboats and the Sligo rescue helicopter were launched after the man got into difficulty while taking part in a kayak race this afternoon.
The man spent two hours in the water before being taken ashore at Rathmullan Pier.
An eye-witness told donegaldaily.com: “The conditions were dreadful all day with high winds and lots of heavy downpours.
“There was a real worry after the teenager got into difficulty. The conditions didn’t help.”
The 19-year-old was taken to Letterkenny General Hospital where he was treated for hypothermia.
He did not suffer any other injuries.
A source said: “Hopefully he will make a full recovery and should be able to go home later or tomorrow.”
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