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RESCUES  | Published: 4 November 2024

2 men rescued after falling overboard their fishing craft.

Stéfan Grové, NSRI Stilbaai station commander, said: At 10h19, Saturday, 2 November, NSRI Stilbaai duty crew were activated following a request for assistance from the skipper of local fishing boat EME reporting that their friends boat, a small open fishing ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 28 October 2024

National Incidents

CAPE TOWN: In 2 separate incidents, on Saturday, 26 October, a man was bitten by a marine animal at Blue Waters, False Bay, and a man was bitten by a seal at Big Bay, Bloubergstrand. ...

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WHALE RESCUE  | Published: 21 October 2024

A whale assisted in a disentanglement operation

A tired juvenile whale was successfully freed from an entanglement in Simonstown Harbour, at False Bay Yacht Club. ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 21 October 2024

Swift Response to Devastating Fire Along Kosmos Hartbeespoort Dam Shoreline

NSRI Hartbeespoort Dam duty phone received the first emergency call from one of our NSRI crew reporting to be witnessing a fire and smoke quickly developing at Kosmos, on the Hartbeespoort Dam shore front. ...

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SURVIVAL SWIMMING  | Published: 18 October 2024

Teamwork in action

In a world where drowning remains a serious threat, the efforts of the NSRI and its dedicated volunteers stand as a beacon of hope. ...

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PINK RESCUE BUOY  | Published: 18 October 2024

Teenager saves two lives with Pink Rescue Buoy

What began as a post-match relaxation on a water polo tour quickly became a dramatic life-saving effort, all thanks to 16-year-old Brinn Chivell’s quick thinking and the NSRI’s Pink Rescue Buoys. ...

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NEWS  | Published: 18 October 2024

The NSRI's commitment to sustainability and climate resilience

The NSRI has made significant strides in sustainability, focusing on reducing its environmental impact while maintaining operational effectiveness. ...

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AWARDS  | Published: 18 October 2024

Johan Muller: An unwavering hero during the KZN floods

Johan Muller, a dedicated NSRI volunteer, was recently honoured with the prestigious Gold Gallantry Award for his extraordinary efforts during the devastating floods in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) in 2022. ...

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WATER SAFETY EDUCATION  | Published: 18 October 2024

NSRI's Caville Abrahams: A lifelong mission to prevent drowning

The NSRI has long been at the forefront of drowning prevention in South Africa. Among the many dedicated individuals leading these efforts is Caville Abrahams, Drowning Prevention Regional Coordinator for Western and Northern Cape. ...

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WINNERS  | Published: 18 October 2024

A two-decade wait ends in victory for Sean McHarry

After 20 years of entering the NSRI's annual car competition, Sean McHarry has finally struck gold, winning a brand-new car in this year's second draw. ...

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