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RESCUES  | Published: 2 April 2025

Search for an unidentified man suspected to have gone missing

John Nicholas, NSRI Port Edward station commander, said: At 11h14, Tuesday, 1 April, NSRI Port Edward duty crew were activated following reports of a drowning in progress at Silver Beach. ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 31 March 2025

Searches for Missing Swimmer Caught in Rip Current - St. Lucia

Jan Hoffman, NSRI St Lucia station commander, said: At 16h43, Sunday, 30 March, NSRI St Lucia duty crew were activated following reports of a drowning in progress at Jabula Beach, St Lucia. ...

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EVENTS  | Published: 30 March 2025

NSRI JetRIB Janine Named and Blessed at Yzerfontein

The NSRI’s newest JetRIB (an inshore rescue vessel) Janine, sponsored by the Western Cape Disaster Management Centre (WCDMC), was blessed and named during a traditional ceremony on Saturday, 29 March 2025, at the NSRI’s Yzerfontein Sea Rescue station. ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 30 March 2025

Coastal Rescues: Aircraft Lands Safely on Durban Beach, Rooi-Els Community Saves Couple at Sea

DURBAN: Lorenzo Taverna-Turisan, NSRI Durban coxswain, said: ...

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NEWS  | Published: 28 March 2025

NSRI and Oceana Group: A lifesaving partnership renewed

The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) proudly celebrates its longstanding partnership with the Oceana Group, a collaboration spanning over two decades and is rooted in a shared commitment to water safety. ...

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WATER SAFETY  | Published: 28 March 2025

NSRI Advisory: School Holiday Spring Tides and Coastal Safety Precautions:

As the school holidays are upon us, The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) urges holidaymakers and visitors to the coast to exercise caution as the upcoming new moon spring tide is set to peak on Saturday and Sunday, 29 and 30 March 2025.  ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 23 March 2025

NSRI Responds to Diverse Maritime Emergencies Across South Africa's Coastline

KZN SOUTH COAST: Linda Putter, NSRI Rocky Bay deputy station commander, said: ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 23 March 2025

NSRI – Gqeberha – Urgent medical evacuation off a ship

Correction: The patient is age 32 and he is from Myanmar. Update: The patient is reportedly recovering well in the care of doctors and nurses, and he is expected to make a full recovery. ...

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VOLUNTEERS  | Published: 19 March 2025

Making a difference: How you can volunteer with the NSRI beyond rescue crew duties

When people think of the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), they often picture brave volunteers battling the waves to save lives. However, not everyone realises there are many other ways to contribute to this life-saving organisation. ...

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NEWS  | Published: 19 March 2025

Life saving innovation: How NSRI volunteers are transforming search and rescue

The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) thrives on the dedication of its volunteers, whose innovation and expertise continue to transform search and rescue (SAR) operations. ...

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