Data Protection: This website displays publicly available beach, weather, and marine data from official sources and public APIs. All information is provided for recreational, safety, and informational purposes only.
POPIA Compliance: This service processes information in accordance with South Africa's Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act 4 of 2013. Data displayed includes:
While data is sourced from reputable providers (NOAA, marine weather APIs), conditions can change rapidly. Users should verify critical information and use multiple sources before making safety-related decisions. The website maintainers accept no liability for outdated or incorrect information.
2. Beach Safety
Beach and marine conditions can be dangerous. In emergencies, contact:
Emergency Services: 112 (from mobile phones)
NSRI Sea Rescue: 082 990 5975
Local Emergency: 044 533 5000
3. No Warranty
This service is provided "as is" without any warranties, express or implied. We do not guarantee:
100% accuracy of weather or marine forecasts
Continuous availability of data feeds
Real-time updates without delay
Suitability for any particular purpose
4. Limitation of Liability
The creators and maintainers shall not be liable for:
Any damages arising from use of this information
Injuries or losses resulting from beach/water activities
Consequences of inaccurate forecasts or data
Third-party API service interruptions
5. Third-Party Services
This website uses data from external APIs including NOAA, marine weather services, and astronomical calculators. Use of these data sources is subject to their respective terms and conditions.
Copyright (c) 2026 George Blom (G.I.P.)(George in Plett)
Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, subject to the following conditions:
The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Software.
THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. In no event shall the authors be liable for any claim, damages or other liability arising from the software.
Full MIT License text is included in the source code of this page.
🔒 Your POPIA Rights
Under South Africa's Protection of Personal Information Act, you have rights regarding any personal information processed. This website does not collect personal information, but if you have concerns:
If you notice errors or have suggestions for improvement, please contact: plettratepayer@gmail.com
Last Updated: January 2026
Next Review: June 2026
🛡️ Safety Notice
Water Safety: Always exercise caution when engaging in water activities:
Never swim alone or in unpatrolled areas
Respect rip current warnings
Check local conditions before entering water
Marine life encounters - maintain distance
UV protection - use sunscreen and protective clothing
Emergency Contacts: Keep emergency numbers accessible. See eeplett.pages.dev for comprehensive emergency contacts.
🍪 Local Storage & Cookies Notice
This application may use your device's local storage to:
Cache weather and marine data for offline viewing
Remember your display preferences
Improve loading performance
No personal information is collected, stored, or transmitted to external servers. All cached data remains on your device and can be cleared through your browser settings.
⚠️ General Disclaimer
This website is provided as a public service and information resource. While compiled with care:
Weather predictions are estimates, not guarantees
Beach conditions can change rapidly and unexpectedly
Users assume all risks of water and beach activities
Always prioritize safety and use good judgment
Consult local authorities for official warnings
Protected under South African law including POPIA (Act 4 of 2013), Consumer Protection Act (Act 68 of 2008), and Copyright Act (Act 98 of 1978). Released under MIT License for free use.