Dangerous surf warning for entire NSW Coastline
by Penny Robins 23 May 2018 09:30 UTC
Dangerous surf warning for entire NSW Coastline © NSW Maritime
Roads and Maritime Services has issued an alert to boaters after a Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) warning about continuing dangerous surf conditions today for Byron, Coffs, Macquarie, Hunter, Sydney, Illawarra, Batemans and Eden coasts.
The same alert will apply tomorrow for the same sections of coastline.
Boat skippers should consider changing or delaying their voyage before considering crossing a coastal bar or heading offshore.
Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location sheltered from the surf.
Strong winds can also cause damage to vessels on moorings which have been poorly maintained.
Every skipper is responsible for the safety of their vessel and all on board. Roads and Maritime advises skippers to:
- Check the official weather forecast before and during boating and 'if in doubt, don't go out'
- Ensure the boat and its equipment is suitable for the conditions
- Log on/ off with a Marine Rescue NSW marine radio base via VHF Radio or Marine Rescue APP for every trip offshore and consider a safety management plan
- Wear a lifejacket.
For more information:
Offshore boating safety
Lifejackets
Live vision of bar crossings
Official forecast
BoM maritime-specific advice