SPRING TIDE: Beachgoers warned of rough seas, adverse weather
Spring tides pose a potential hazard to bathers around the coastline, especially during the outgoing tide.
Bathers, boaters, paddlers, sailors, shoreline anglers and coastal hikers are urged to be cautious around the coastline due to the full moon spring tide.
Craig Lambinon of National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) said the following:
- This spring tide peaks on Saturday, June 22, and then gradually declines in intensity towards the middle of next week.
- Spring tides pose a potential hazard to bathers around the coastline, especially during the outgoing tide.
- With schools vacation now in full swing, the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) and emergency services appeal to coastal water users to be cautious during this full moon spring tide phase.
- Be aware of coastal hiking trails that can be cut off during high tide.
- Rough seas, brought on by winter storms and cold fronts, may contribute to hazardous conditions around the coastline during this spring tide phase.
- Inland water users are also urged to be cautious bathing, boating and paddling on rivers, lakes and dams where heavy rainfall is forecast for places.
- Follow the SA Weather Service daily forecasts and around the coast follow daily tide time tables.
- Be aware of adverse weather, strong winds, fast flowing rivers and sea currents and drifts.
- Boaters, paddlers and sailors, are encouraged to wear life-jackets, carry safety equipment and download and use the free NSRI SafeTrx smartphone app.
- Parents, ensure your children have responsible adult supervision in and around water.
Let’s keep each other safe.
About the NSRI:
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is a registered non-profit organisation that is committed to drowning prevention and focused on saving lives, changing lives and creating futures for those threatened by drowning in South Africa.
We are unique in South Africa as the only non-profit organisation focusing exclusively on safeguarding lives and livelihoods in South African waters through education, prevention, and rescue operations. We envision a nation where drowning incidents are minimised, ensuring the safety of all.
The NSRI strives to innovate, constantly evolve, and extend our water safety initiatives through empowerment and visibility. Our volunteers are on call 24/7 and are reliant on donations and sponsorships.
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