Several beaches closed for swimming as KZN Sharks Board removes nets
The KZN Sharks Board announced the closure of several beaches for swimming along the coastline following the removal of the shark safety gear.
THE KZN Sharks Board has closed several beaches along the province’s coastline, as the sardine run continues its great trek. For the safety of beachgoers, the shark safety gear has been removed and swimming has been prohibited.
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Affected beaches:
The beaches that are currently closed to the public include:
- Anstey’s
- Brighton Beach
- Isipingo
- Amanzimtoti
- Warner Beach
- Winklespruit
- Karridene
- Umgababa
- Scottburgh
What else can you do at the beach
Although swimming is prohibited at the beach, there are other fun activities that you and your family can do to make it a memorable day out.
- Take up photography as a hobby for the day.
- Take a nice stroll along the beach.
- Watch the sunset or sunrise.
- Read a book and soak up the sun.
- Have a seaside picnic.
- Play some sports on the beach like cricket, soccer and volleyball.
For more information and updates, check the KZN Sharks Board social media.
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