Swimming prohibited but beaches open
The public is further advised that protocols are still being prepared and confirmation is being sought for bathing and surfing from the provincial authorities on certain omissions not appearing in the policy as per the national gazetted regulations.
swimming remains prohibited in level 2 lockdown however, beaches, nature reserves and public parks are open.
eThekwini Municipality spokesperson, Msawakhe Mayisela said, “These regulations allow residents to utilise these recreational amenities for activities such as jogging on the sand, walking, running, yoga and other healthy lifestyle exercises, while the municipality is taking the necessary steps to ensure regulations for swimming are in place.”
The public is further advised that protocols are still being prepared and confirmation is being sought for bathing and surfing from the provincial authorities on certain omissions not appearing in the policy as per the national gazetted regulations.
“In the interim, the parks, leisure and cemeteries department is ensuring that lifeguards and beach maintenance staff are trained and equipped with the regulated necessary personal protective equipment to undertake safe rescues. Protocols are still being finalised for the re-opening of the beaches to the public. It should be noted too that the shark nets are still not in place and will not be able to be launched for the next few days due to the severe weather conditions which are about to hit the coast. While the department is excited that the public will once again be able to enjoy the city’s lovely beach facilities, eThekwini will monitor the situation closely to ensure social distancing and restrictions to the numbers allowed on the beach are adhered to. The public is hereby requested to note that the country is still on lockdown and as a result, group activities and events that attract a large number of spectators are not permitted.”
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