The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) has issued a safety advisory for ‘higher-than-normal high tides and lower-than-normal low tides’ as the full moon Spring tide remains present, gradually subsiding toward the end of the Easter weekend (the full moon Spring tide peaked on 25 March).
Be aware of adverse weather, strong winds, fast-flowing rivers and sea drifts.
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Bathers, shoreline anglers and coastal hikers are advised to be cautious during this time. Rip currents can be stronger in some places during a spring tide. Bathers are urged to only swim at beaches protected by lifeguards and to swim in between the safe swimming areas that are marked with red and yellow flags.
This Spring tides will gradually decline in intensity towards the end of the Easter weekend but remains a potential risk to bathers around the coastline – especially during the outgoing tide.
Boaters, paddlers, and sailors should wear life jackets when their craft is underway, carry safety equipment and download and use the free NSRI SafeTrx smartphone app.
Parents should ensure their children have responsible adult supervision in and around water.
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