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2024 03 27 Plett Robberg
RESCUES  | Published: 25 August 2024

A local man is missing at sea

NSRI Plettenberg Bay duty crew were activated following reports received through a community Whatsapp group of a drowning in progress at Stilbaai, between Robberg Nature Reserve and Kranshoek, near Plettenberg Bay. ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 25 August 2024

Body of an infant found washed up on Clifton Beach

NSRI EOC (Emergency Operations Centre) was alerted by a bystander public member at Clifton 3rd Beach reporting an infant he had come across found washed up on the beach. ...

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NEWS  | Published: 20 August 2024

Spirit of Rotary artwork reunited with Coxswain John Fourie after newsletter article

It’s strange how often a coincidence leads to a circle being closed. ...

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AWARDS  | Published: 20 August 2024

‘We are recognised’: Quentin Power reflects on receiving NSRI's Gallantry Gold Award

The Capital Zimbali in Ballito set the stage for a night of celebration and recognition on 19 July, as the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) hosted its 57th Annual Awards Evening and AGM. ...

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PINK RESCUE BUOY  | Published: 20 August 2024

How to handle unexpected situations using the NSRI’s Pink Rescue Buoys

Unexpected situations at the beach can turn deadly within moments, especially when it comes to rip currents. ...

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EDUCATION  | Published: 20 August 2024

Paddling safety tips as spring approaches

With spring just around the corner, paddlers eagerly anticipate their return to the water. ...

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DROWNING PREVENTION  | Published: 20 August 2024

How the NSRI and Stellenbosch University are teaming up to prevent drownings

Drowning is a serious concern in South Africa, with an estimated 2 000 fatalities annually. ...

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NEWS  | Published: 20 August 2024

Mike Vonk appointed as new CEO of the National Sea Rescue Institute

The NSRI is set to welcome Mike Vonk as its new Chief Executive Officer in October 2024. Mike succeeds Dr. Cleeve Robertson, who is retiring after an illustrious tenure of over 11 years. ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 12 August 2024

A teenager suffers non-fatal drowning symptoms - OUDEKRAAL

At 14h09, Wednesday, 7 August, the CoCT water rescue network and NSRI Bakoven were activated following reports of a young male in difficulty in the water offshore of rocks at Cosy Beach, Oudekraal, near to Bakoven. ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 12 August 2024

2 fishermen swept off the pier suffer severe injuries

Chris Pike, NSRI Port Alfred station commander, said: At 20h26, Thursday, 8 August, NSRI Port Alfred duty crew were activated following reports from a group of fishermen on East Pier, Kowie River Mouth, of a man emerging from the sea ...

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