Hazardous surf conditions are forecast for the NSW coastline today and throughout the weekend, with some beaches expected to be closed.
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The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a hazardous surf warning and large swell conditions are forecast to continue until Sunday.
Conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming.
People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas. Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf.
The expected extra-large southerly swell, caused by a low-pressure system in the Southern Ocean, means most beaches and rock platforms in particular could be treacherous this weekend.
Hazardous Surf Conditions Safety Tips
- Avoid rock fishing and water activities on exposed beaches/rock-shelves;
- Only swim at patrolled beaches, between the red and 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; and
- If witnessing an in-water emergency dial Triple Zero - Police