With the warmer months approaching, which will see increased swimmers across NSW beaches, a fleet of 26 new rescue jet skis will be patrolling beaches across the state this summer.

Labor candidate for Kiama, Katelin McInerney, and Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib were in Gerringong on Friday to announce the additional jet skis with CEO of Surf Life Saving NSW Steve Pearce.

The state’s fleet is now up to 56, ensuring rapid responses to emergencies at beaches all year round.

The new jet skis will arrive before the volunteer patrol season begins on 27 September.

They will be deployed at Kiama/Kiama Downs and Gerringong, as well as Bulli, Stanwell Park, Broulee, Batemans Bay, Pambula in the Illawarra and South Coast branches.

Other areas to benefit are:

Mid and North Coast: Lennox Head, Kingscliff, Kempsey, Crescent Head, Urunga, Crowdy Head, Fingal Rovers, Sawtell

Newcastle and Central Coast: Newcastle Harbour, Umina, Mereweather, Toowoon Bay

Sydney: Newport, Cronulla, Warriewood, Palm Beach, Bilgola, Malabar

“Our investment in jet skis and Emergency Response Beacons means lifesaving services are within reach all year round, including during the cooler winter months when regular patrols wind down," Dib said.

“Eagle-eyed beachgoers on the South Coast may notice new beacons at Racecourse Beach, Tabourie Creek and The Farm at Killalea State Park, which brings the number to 58 beacons now delivered across NSW, with more due to be installed soon.”

“With 260 rescues last year, jet skis have proven to be another critical part of our coastal safety network. Fast, agile and highly effective in surf conditions, they allow lifesavers to get people out of trouble quickly.”

“Our record investment in technology and equipment is a welcome boost for our volunteers who will soon hit the beaches and I would encourage anyone who wants to be involved in surf life saving to contact their surf club.”

Last year jet skis were used in 260 rescues performed by volunteer lifesavers, saving critical time during emergency incidents.

"These are a really important part of how we're going to keep both our visitors and our locals safe over summer," McInerney said.

"These are going to save life. It's really going to step things up."

Supporting the jet skis, new Emergency Response Beacons (ERBs) backed up by drones.

The beacons are installed on beaches and allow for emergency services to be called during emergencies.

When the current rollout is complete, there will be 64 ERBs in operation, following recent installations on the South Coast at Racecourse Beach, Tabourie Creek and The Farm at Killalea State Park.

”Our volunteers have continued to respond to emergency callouts throughout winter, highlighting the commitment of our members to protecting lives along the coast, whenever and wherever we’re needed," Surf Life Saving NSW CEO Steve Pearce said.

“The support of the NSW Government to provide funding for rescue equipment is vital to ensure the safety of both the public and our volunteers.”

Further units are planned for installation in the Illawarra, Sydney, the Far South Coast and the North Coast.

For beach information, including safety tips, patrolled beaches and the location of ERBs, visit: www.surflifesaving.com.au or download the Beachsafe app.