In February 2026, five callouts were received: two motor vehicle accidents (MVAs), one medical case, one fall and one response to stranded fishermen at Aasbank. One MVA required ER24 intervention and transport to hospital, the other had minor injuries. The medical case was assessed and referred to a doctor. The fall victim was taken to Overstrand Emergency Care (OEC24) in Kleinmond, the stranded fishermen were assisted by the NSRI Station 42 in Kleinmond.
Whilst most appreciative of the donation of four patient monitors they have regrettably been found to be unreliable so cannot be used. We have been using a second-hand monitor from the Pringle Bay Medics since June 2023. This is no longer supported and cannot be serviced. A quotation for a highly recommended patient monitor has been received and submitted to the BBRA Exco for their consideration.
An important reminder to all, please have your medical aid information, a list of your current medication and medical history at hand as this greatly assists with patient assessments and handover to the ambulance services. We urge people to prominently display both the Erf number and street number on their property so that they can easily be found, particularly at night.
Any donation to BEST will be most welcome as we have ongoing expenses and need to replace some of our older items, this includes our patient monitor – ABSA, Betty’s Bay Ratepayers account 4066616439, Branch 632005, with BEST as the reference to ensure that your donation is used solely for our purpose. Many thanks to all those who have contributed. Without your support we would not be able to provide this service.
The Emergency Number for BEST is 066 165 6061. Please save this number on your phone or have it readily available.
Rob Boyd