After an incident between a seal and freedivers occurred in Simon’s Town, the NSRI shared seal safety tips so everyone could stay informed. The more precautions taken, the less seal…
A Potchefstroom student, Jaco du Plessis, fearlessly swam out to reach a struggling woman who had been caught in rip currents in Die Poort. He guided her towards the rocky…
Designed to be easily spotted and used by bystanders, the NSRI’s distinctive pink buoys have empowered ordinary people to become extraordinary heroes, saving hundreds of thousands of lives. South…
For the lucky few still on holiday, the NSRI have issued a warning for the upcoming Full Moon Spring Tide this week. South Africa (13 January 2025) – The…
A father and daughter’s fishing trip took a frightening turn when they were washed off their canoe in Jocks Bay, Bettys Bay, on New Year’s Day. Luckily, a young man…
Three lives were saved from terrible rip currents in Sandstrand! After a family of three found themselves in trouble simultaneously, courageous surfers surged into action to help them alongside a…
A midnight swim turned life-threatening for a young woman caught in a rip current at Dias Beach, but the quick thinking of a local angler – armed with nothing but…
The NSRI shares tips on spotting rip currents (using bright green fluorescent dye to show examples) and advises you to only swim at lifeguarded beaches. South Africa (17 December…
The NSRI Pink Rescue Buoy Project is celebrating its 200th life saved since its launch in 2017, thanks to a recent rescue at Fish Hoek Beach! Fish Hoek, South…
After a Border Collie named Lulu took a tumble off a cliff, she was stranded with little way for her humans to reach her. Luckily, help was not far away,…
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"And now we welcome the new year. Full of things that have never been." - Rainer Maria Rilke
