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[Video] The sardine run hits the South Coast
ETHEKWINI Municipality has announced that swimming is banned on all southern beaches, following the removal of shark nets as the annual sardine run begins.
Also read: Marine activity surges with sardine run
Southern beaches generally include Dakota, Pipeline, Amanzimtoti Main, Doonside, Baggies, Winklespruit, Karridene, and Umgababa beaches.
As the temperatures plummet and winter sets in, the pioneer silver shoals have started making their way up the coast, with netting happening from Winklespruit to Scottburgh. The sardine run coincides with heightened marine activity, as sharks and birds join in the feeding frenzy.
Swimming will remain banned until further notice.
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