KNYSNA | PLETTENBERG BAY NEWS - In a media statement the NSRI has appealed to all recreational water users, fellow South Africans and tourists visiting our country from abroad, to have a safety-conscious mindset in and around water.
Rip currents remain the greatest cause of drowning accidents on the coast. Coastal bathers should only swim at beaches protected by lifeguards. Boaters, paddlers and sailors should download and use the NSRI RSA Safetrx smart phone application and carry and know how to use safety equipment.
Anglers fishing along our shores should keep a safe distance from the water, the NSRI urges.
Everyone should be aware of the daily two high tides and two low tides and be aware of spring tide that take place during the full moon and new moon phases.
Inland water users on lakes, rivers, lagoons, swimming pools or in any body of water should approach these recreational activities with safety top of mind.
Children must be supervised by responsible adults when they are swimming.
One of the hardest tasks the NSRI, in cooperation with the police and emergency services, has, is telling a family that their loved one will not be coming home.
To report a water rescue emergency contact 112 or 087 094 9774.
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