Sky lanterns to be avoided near coastal areas Posted on 17 May 2021 The setting off of Sky Lanterns near coastal areas has been appealed to the public by the National Sea Rescue Institute after one was confused for a red distress flare when it was spotted off the coast of Port Edward. The Good Things Guy reported that last week Friday, the NSRI Port Edward crew dispatched for duty after an eye-witness reported red distress flares off-shore Port Edwards North Sand Buff Lighthouse and towards the area of Grannies Pool Beach. After many resources had gone to waste a second member of the public confirmed that Sky Lanterns were being set off at 5-minute intervals. ‘MRCC (Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre) were alerted, and although there were no reports of any vessel in distress, Telkom Maritime Radio Services were tasked to alert a motor vessel 10 nautical miles off-shore to keep a lookout.’ PICTURE: Unsplash Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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