As the country ushers in the New Year, beaches and inland water spots are already crowded, with emergency services warning that this is one of the busiest and most dangerous periods on the water. Rescue teams say the combination of celebrations, alcohol use, and large crowds significantly increases the risk of incidents.
Joining us now to unpack New Year rescue trends, key water safety risks, and what the public needs to know is Andrew Ingram, Communications Manager at the National Sea Rescue Institute.
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Joining us now to unpack New Year rescue trends, key water safety risks, and what the public needs to know is Andrew Ingram, Communications Manager at the National Sea Rescue Institute.
For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.
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