Public urged to be conscious at beaches and along the coast
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSIR) has urged the public to be conscious of rough seas on the last day of the school vacation.
The South African Weather Services has issued various warnings relating to high seas, downpours, strong winds and snow.
NSRI spokesperson Craig Lambinon has appealed to bathers, coastal hikers, beach strollers, paddlers, boaters and sailors to be extra cautious on this last day of the school vacation.
"Cold fronts forecast by SAWS (South African Weather Services), have brought rough seas to our coastline, that coupled with the new moon Spring tide, we are expecting rip currents to be stronger than normal today and sea conditions to be perilous in places.
"Snow and rain, forecast by SAWS, in places, may cause inland water ways, rivers, lakes and dams, to pose dangers to road users, hikers, bathers and paddlers.
"Keep a watch and adhere to SAWS weather alerts and weather warnings.
"NSRI, lifeguards, Police, Law Enforcement, Traffic Services, the emergency medical services and fire and rescue services are all on high alert but we are all hopeful that you adhere to all safety measures as you return from your vacation and that everyone is safe."
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