NSRI appeals to CT bathers to be cautious after scuba divers injured in seal attack

Source: EWN Traffic
Author: Melikhaya Zagagana

CAPE TOWN - The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) has urged bathers to be cautious in the Oudekraal area and along the Atlantic Seaboard.

This after two divers were bitten by a seal at Oudekraal on the Atlantic Seaboard.

According to the institute, a charter boat was carrying eight divers with four crew members when the seal attacked them on Saturday morning.

The NSRI said one of the two injured victims was rushed to hospital and was in stable condition, while the other was treated by paramedics on scene with minor injuries.

Spokesperson Craig Lambinon said five others sustained minor scrape bite wounds and were advised to see a doctor.

"NSRI in cooperation with the City of Cape Town are appealing to bathers, and divers in the Oudekraal area and along the Atlantic Seaboard to be aware of this incident and be cautious. The causes of the seal's behaviour are unknown."