Dangerous conditions for boaters from Illawarra to Queensland border
by Roads and Maritime Services Media on 29 Apr 2015
Dangerous surf conditions - Illawarra Forecast Bureau of Meterology
Roads and Maritime Services has issued an alert to boaters about dangerous surf conditions forecast by the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) for the next couple of days.
Dangerous surf conditions are forecast from this afternoon from the Illawarra Coast to the Macquarie Coast.
On Friday, dangerous surf conditions are forecast from the Illawarra Coast to the Byron Coast.
Skippers and owners of small craft should be on high alert and check the conditions before considering crossing a coastal bar or heading offshore.
Rock fishers should also check weather forecasts before heading out to decide whether it is safe to fish near the dangerous surf.
Strong winds can also cause dangerous conditions for vessels on moorings.
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
• Ensure the boat and its equipment is suitable for the conditions
• Log on/off with a Marine Rescue NSW marine radio base for every trip offshore
• Wear a lifejacket.
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