The lifeguards of Milnerton Surf Lifesaving Club have been hailed as heroes for their brave and quick rescues that have saved multiple lives. These silent guardians play a crucial role in ensuring public safety on Cape Town’s beaches, and their dedication and skill have been highlighted in a series of remarkable rescues. However, beachgoers also need to take responsibility for their safety by following key safety measures such as avoiding rip currents and swimming only in patrolled areas. Let’s not forget to praise and appreciate the lifeguards for their unwavering dedication to our safety.
Cape Town is gearing up for the festive season by launching a second wave of lifeguard recruitment for both swimming pool and beach lifeguards. The recruitment campaign runs until October 2, with the swimming season starting at the end of September 2023 and ending in April 2024. Lifeguards play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and enjoyable summer season for visitors to Cape Town’s aquatic attractions. The lifeguard recruitment process involves an intensive physical assessment to ensure only the most skilled and capable individuals are entrusted with the essential task of protecting lives.
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) had a busy long weekend attending to various incidents. One of these incidents was the rescue of two young boys at Clifton Beach. This article will detail the events that led to the boys needing rescue and the actions the NSRI and other responders took.
Not all heroes wear capes, but sometimes they carry a Pink Rescue Buoy. The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) developed an innovative, groundbreaking initiative for drowning prevention in 2017. This initiative has been so successful that it won the International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) Award for Innovation and Technology in 2018.