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NSRI Station 12 | Knysna
25A George Rex Dr, The Heads, Knysna, 6571
Contact 082 990 5956
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The station operates the “Alex Blaikie,” an 8-metre rescue craft powered by twin 225 HP outboards. Volunteers are trained to respond to capsized vessels, stranded boaters, and medical emergencies. Local regulations require seaworthy certification for vessels exiting the lagoon, and the station actively promotes lifejacket use and emergency preparedness.
Each NSRI station in the Garden Route maintains crews on standby 24/7 and collaborates with other emergency services such as the South African Police Service, Maritime Safety Authority, and Air Force rescue units. The NSRI also runs community education programs, including water safety training and survival swimming initiatives, aimed at reducing drowning incidents.
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) operates multiple rescue stations along South Africa’s coastline, including key locations within the Garden Route. These stations are staffed by trained volunteers and equipped with specialized rescue craft, vehicles, and emergency gear to respond to maritime emergencies. The NSRI is a non-profit organization focused on saving lives through rescue operations and drowning prevention initiatives.
NSRI Station 12 | Knysna
25A George Rex Dr, The Heads, Knysna, 6571
Contact 082 990 5956
25A George Rex Dr, The Heads, Knysna, 6571
Contact 082 990 5956
National Sea Rescue Institute Station 12 in Knysna is strategically located near the eastern entrance of the Knysna Lagoon, an area known for its challenging tidal conditions and narrow channel access. The station plays a critical role in ensuring the safety of recreational and commercial water users navigating this popular yet hazardous stretch.
Each NSRI station in the Garden Route maintains crews on standby 24/7 and collaborates with other emergency services such as the South African Police Service, Maritime Safety Authority, and Air Force rescue units. The NSRI also runs community education programs, including water safety training and survival swimming initiatives, aimed at reducing drowning incidents.
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) operates multiple rescue stations along South Africa’s coastline, including key locations within the Garden Route. These stations are staffed by trained volunteers and equipped with specialized rescue craft, vehicles, and emergency gear to respond to maritime emergencies. The NSRI is a non-profit organization focused on saving lives through rescue operations and drowning prevention initiatives.
NSRI Station 12 | Knysna
25A George Rex Dr, The Heads, Knysna, 6571
Contact 082 990 5956
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