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RESCUES  | Published: 4 January 2026

Multiple Ongoing Search Operations as NSRI Appeals for Water Safety

The South African Police Service, Police Search and Rescue, assisted by Metro Police Search and Rescue, Law Enforcement, and, at times, lifeguards, emergency services, municipal authorities, and the NSRI, are continuing their search efforts along the KwaZulu-Natal coastline. ...

New Moon Spring Tide Alert
LIFEGUARDS  | Published: 19 December 2025

NSRI Advisory: Spring Tide and Coastal Safety Precautions:

The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) urges beachgoers to exercise caution during the new moon spring tide, which peaks tomorrow, Saturday, 20 December 2025, as it will significantly affect tidal conditions over this weekend. This natural phenomenon occurs when the ...

NSRI Caution Festive Media Release
EDUCATION  | Published: 10 December 2025

NSRI urges caution as the holidays begin: Stay safe this festive season.

Cape Town – 10 December 2025: As the summer school holidays start, the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) would like to take this opportunity to wish everybody a safe and joyful festive season. We hope that everyone enjoys time with ...

Spring Tide Alert
SAFETY ALERT  | Published: 4 December 2025

NSRI Advisory: Spring Tides and Coastal Safety Precautions:

The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) urges beachgoers to exercise caution during this full moon spring tide, which peaked today, 04 December 2025, as it will significantly impact tidal conditions over this weekend. This natural phenomenon occurs when the sun ...

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SAFETY ALERT  | Published: 24 November 2025

NSRI Urges Extreme Caution for Boaters on Hartbeespoort Dam Amid Dangerous Hyacinth Conditions.

Hartbeespoort Dam - The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is urging members of the public to carefully consider launching boats or other craft onto Hartbeespoort Dam at this time, due to extensive water hyacinth coverage that presents serious and growing ...

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NEWS  | Published: 21 November 2025

In memory of Graham Howes: saving lives, changing lives

Graham Howes lived for the ocean. Known for his fearless riding, sharp wit, and the unmistakable energy he brought to every beach, Graham helped shape modern kite culture in South Africa and around the world. ...

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DROWNING  | Published: 19 November 2025

NSRI urges water safety ahead of festive season

As South Africans head into the school holidays and festive season, the NSRI is urging everyone to prioritise safety when in and around water. With more people visiting beaches, rivers, dams, and spending time in pools, vigilance and good habits ...

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RESCUES  | Published: 28 June 2025

Safety Alert and incidents - Shelly Beach, Richards Bay, Simons Town:

SAFETY ALERT: NSRI, Police and the Emergency Services are appealing to the maritime community, shoreline anglers, paddlers, sailors and coastal walkers/hikers to be cautious during the cold front currently being experienced around the South Western Cape coastline on Wednesday and ...

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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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ANIMAL RESCUE  | Published: 21 January 2025

NSRI Urges Caution Following Seal Incident at Simon’s Town

Cape Town, [Monday 20 January 2025] – Following an incident involving a seal and freedivers off Simons Town’s Windmill Beach in False Bay, the NSRI wishes to acknowledge the swift response and ongoing efforts of the City of Cape Town ...

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