Hazardous surf conditions have been forecast to pound Lake Macquarie and Central Coast beaches tomorrow and Wednesday.
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The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a hazardous surf warning to affect the entire NSW coastline.
"A southerly swell in the range of 4 to 5 metres will develop on Monday evening, with significant wave heights likely exceeding the damaging surf threshold (5 metres) onshore between Ulladulla and Port Stephens from late Monday and continuing into Tuesday," Bureau of Meteorology forecaster Jiwon Park said.
The expected extra-large southerly swell combined with very strong winds means most beaches and rock platforms would be extremely treacherous this week, he said.
Surf Life Saving NSW CEO Steven Pearce urged the public to take "extreme caution" before putting themselves in danger.
"If there are no red and yellow flags up, the beach is not safe for swimming. Because if no one can see you, no one can save you," Mr Pearce said.
Since July 1, 2018, 37 people had drowned on the NSW coastline, he said.
Hazardous surf conditions safety tips
- Avoid rock fishing and water activities on exposed beaches/rock-shelves
- Only swim at patrolled beaches, between the red & yellow flags. See the Beachsafe website for patrolled locations/times
- Check the official Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) forecast before undertaking rock fishing and water activities
- Boaties should seek advice from Marine Rescue NSW and always wear a lifejacket
- If witnessing an in-water emergency dial triple zero - Police.
