Two males in their early twenties decided to brave the cold water of Melkbos strand and go for a mid day swim at the main beach.
Local surfer and resident chef at a well known sea side restaurant spotted the two bathers entering the water, and knew that the bathers could face some strong currents. After approximately twenty minutes, one of the bathers exited the water while indicating that something is wrong. Surfboard and wetsuit in hand the Good Samaritan rushed to the aid of the struggling bather who had drifted off a fair distance, into large swell. He managed to paddle out on his board and assist the bather to sore.
The bather was in a fair amount of shock, but managed to thank all who came to his aid. ER24 paramedics treated the near drowning victim at the scene for hypothermia. He was then transported to hospital in a stable condition per ER24 ambulance.
Andre Visser
ER24