The NSRI warns of Great Whites at Plett

The National Sea Rescue Institute has warned holidaymakers heading for the Plettenberg Bay area that large numbers of Great White Sharks have been spotted in the area. The NSRI says its crews in the area have been placed on full alert and other emergency services and helicopters are also on stand-by. Plettenberg Bay NSRI station commander Ray Farnham says he suspects that Great White Sharks have been attracted to the area by the sardine run, which is coming to an end now. Sharks varying in length from about 3.5 metres to 7 metres have been spotted. Bathers have been warned to stay in shallow water, avoid river mouths and swim only where there are life guards on duty.