Lauren Isaacs19 December 2024 | 10:20
Quick thinking of Mossel Bay fisherman helps save woman's life
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) said the woman got caught in rip currents while taking a midnight dip at Dias Beach on Wednesday.
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CAPE TOWN - The quick thinking and skill of a local angler, fishing in Mossel Bay, have saved a woman's life.
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) said the woman got caught in rip currents while taking a midnight dip at Dias Beach on Wednesday.
The fisherman cast his rod with a fishing line and a Kabeljou hook in the woman's direction.
He then hooked her on her jeans and reined her into safety.
The NSRI's Craig Lambinon: "A female aged 31 from George was located safely on the beach. She was treated for non-fatal drowning symptoms. She required no further assistance."