HEAD lifeguard, James Turnham, has warned FOTSUN patrons to be safe on the beach – especially after drinking.
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Extra lifeguards have made their presence felt at the break wall end of Town Beach, as festival-goers leave FOTSUN, which is being held at the caravan park, for a dip in the ocean.
“It hasn’t been too bad. We had a few close calls on Friday, but most people are listening to the lifeguards and walking down to the flags,” Mr Turnham said.
“We have a presence down the break wall end, and if we think they’re getting to a dangerous spot we’ll move them, and we have extra lifeguards to keep an eye on everything.
“We don’t recommend people go into the water intoxicated, but with so many people it’s hard to control. We have extra signage to direct people away from.”