Weather Warning

This warning affects:Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Hunter Coast, Macquarie Coast and Sydney Coast.

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

  • Issued by the Bureau of Meteorology

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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

Issued at 5:00 AM EDT on Wednesday 25 Dec 2024.

Surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the following areas.

Wednesday, 25 Dec

Hazardous Surf Warning for
Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast and Sydney Coast
for


NSW Police Force, Marine Area Command advise that:
  • 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.
  • Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage.
  • Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket.
  • Boaters should remember to log on with their local Marine Rescue radio base, via VHF Radio or the Marine Rescue APP, and consider their safety management plan.