With several people rescued from the water around Tasmania in the last few days, swimmers are being urged to take precautions on the state’s beaches.
Surf Life Saving Tasmania say many of the rescues involved individuals on sailboards who were new to paddling and got caught in strong winds.
Lifeguards are warning beachgoers to be mindful of wind direction, beach conditions, and safety information before heading out.
With a heatwave forecast for Tuesday and more people flocking to the beaches during school holidays, officials want to ensure everyone stays safe.
In 2022, Surf Life Saving Tasmania completed over 70 rescues and several thousand preventive actions.
Tragically, statistics show that the majority of drowning incidents involve males and young children.
