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The Zululand Observer recently posted an article demonstrating the dangers of a sudden drop in Seabed level in response to recent drownings in Richards Bay.

The depth of the water at some places, including T-jetty, is deceptive as the seabed suddenly drops away underfoot.

https://youtu.be/l7Lza1b_AjoClick on link below to read more. https://zululandobserver.co.za/238590/watch-richards-bay-drowning-warning/
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