National Sea Rescue Institute safety appeal
This safety alert comes after multiple incidents were attended to by NSRI stations around the coast and on inland waters on Boxing Day.
NSRI are appealing to the public to be safe leading up to and into the New Year.
This safety alert comes after multiple incidents were attended to by NSRI stations around the coast and on inland waters on Boxing Day.
Fishermen, coastline rock anglers and hikers are urged to take heed of the increasing Spring tides as we move closer to this months full moon Spring tide that peaks on 30 December.
Bathers are urged to only swim at beaches protected by lifeguards and swim in between safe swimming zone flags posted by the lifeguards on the beach.
Families visiting the beach should approach the lifeguards if they are separated from family members or if they need assistance.
Boaters, paddlers and sail boarders are urged to wear properly fitting and fastened life-jackets.
Boaters, paddlers and sailors are urged to download and use the NSRI RSA SafeTrx cellphone app and have safety equipment and and emergency plan in place.
NSRI has developed a safety monitor ID tag to be worn by the responsible person overseeing children when they are swimming.
For information on the Safety Monitor ID tag and NSRI water safety tips go to our web page at www.nsri.org.za.
