Sea Rescue warns of rough seas

IN light of yesterday’s (Wednesday) weather warning from the South African Weather Service, the NSRI urges the public to be cautious at the coast in the coming days.

High, rough seas and gale-force winds have been forecast.

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This severe weather could lead to localised flooding and storm surges, which are some of the winter weather phenomena set to accompany cold fronts that are due to hit the Western Cape today.

High seas could result in damage to coastal infrastructure and coastal erosion, as well as disruptions to port and small harbour activities.

‘With storms and high seas predicted along coastal regions, our concern is for smaller vessels at sea which may have difficulty navigating through the conditions,’ said NSRI CEO, Dr Cleeve Robertson.

‘We also appeal to boaters, paddlers, beach-goers, surfers, coastal hikers, anglers and the general public to be cautious around the coastline, and to follow weather forecasts.

‘Beach-goers and coastal hikers should steer clear of the coastline, as dangerous waves or surges may catch them off-guard and sweep them off the rocks along the shoreline.’

Sea-going craft are encouraged to download the free NSRI Safe Trax app by visiting https://www.nsri.org.za/safetrx/

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