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BREAKING BARRIERS It was just another day on Kite Beach in Bloubergstrand; until 19-year-old Hugo Wigglesworth launched himself into the sky and made kiteboarding history. With a perfect wind and a killer mindset he landed the world’s first-ever 40-m jump. Read more on page 9.
FESTIVE SEASON BRINGS SPIKE IN WATER RESCUES, WARNS NSRI
Stay safe this holiday outdoors. “Public vigilance, lifeguard services and community collaboration continue to save lives every day,” said Andrew Ingram, NSRI communications manager. Over the past three weeks NSRI crews
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have responded to a notable increase in emergency callouts, many involving families and children visiting beaches, rivers, dams, and swimming pools. Pink Rescue Buoys have now been used in 230 rescues nationwide, including a recent incident where a father and daughter were pulled to safety at Brenton-on-Sea near Knysna. “The impact of Public Rescue Equipment and emergency flotation cannot be overstated,” Ingram added. The start of the holidays saw a spike in incidents. In the last three weeks
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alone NSRI volunteers responded to 13 drownings in progress, seven of which were fatal. A combination of NSRI volunteers, NSRI lifeguards and members of the public helped save 25 lives in this period, with five rescues made using Pink Rescue Buoys. Widespread use of the free NSRI SafeTrx app – often used by paddlers, anglers, and boaters – has also contributed to lifesaving outcomes across the country. TO PAGE 2
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s the summer school holidays begin and Christmas around the corner the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) has issued a strong appeal for safety in and around water, urging families to stay vigilant during what is traditionally one of the busiest and most high-risk periods of the year. In wishing all South Africans a safe and joyful festive season the organisation encouraged beachgoers and holidaymakers to be cautious while enjoying time
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