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Col Sergio Kock, media spokesperson of the police, says the SAPS Search and Rescue units are currently still searching for three adult males who recently went missing in rivers near Warrenton, Barkly West and Upington.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The public must be extra careful when visiting or fishing at the Orange, Vaal, Riet and Modder River, Kock says. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Canals are also very dangerous areas for children, especially during the hot summer months. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The SAPS are urging the public to adhere to the following water safety hints:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Parents should always know the whereabouts of their children. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not jump in the water to save a friend. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be extra careful and alert when fishing, especially on rowing boats and rocks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay away from pool drains, water holes, rivers, dams, and canals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never swim when under the influence of alcohol, strong medication, or drugs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report alleged drownings to the police. 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