EARLIER today, January 6, a man died after drowning at Inyoni Rocks in Amanzimtoti while another was rescued after being swept off the rocks at Baggies Beach in Warner Beach.

Ward 97 councillor, André Beetge said despite extensive efforts from both lifeguards and life support personnel, a 35-year-old male was declared deceased after drowning at Amanzimtoti’s Inyoni Rocks pool.

“Unprecedented numbers took advantage of the excellent weather to visit beaches in the wake of rain over the past two weekends. Although expected, massive overcrowding also resulted in several challenges, with patrons refusing to heed safety warnings and lifeguard instructions,” he said.

Beetge also expressed his sincerest condolences to the family of the deceased.

In another incident, lifeguards succeeded in rescuing a man at Baggies Beach after he was swept off the rocks by a wave.

Beetge said he was transported to a local hospital where a laceration to his leg was treated before being discharged.

“Patrons to beaches are, again, reminded that alcohol is not allowed, lifeguard instructions are to be heeded at all times and swimming should only be done at designated swimming beaches and then only between the demarcated flags,” he said.

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