NSW boaters receive warning about dangerous surf conditions
by Roads and Maritime Services on 21 Jun 2013
SW
Following a Bureau of Meteorology (BoM),Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) has issued an alert warning about dangerous surf conditions from Taree to Narooma from Sunday afternoon to Tuesday.
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 dangerous surf.
Strong winds can also cause dangerous conditions for vessels on moorings which have been poorly maintained.
Every skipper is responsible for the safety of their vessel and all on board. RMS 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.
For more information:
Offshore boating safety:
website
Lifejackets:
website
Live vision of bar crossings:
website
Official forecast:
website
BoM maritime-specific advice:
website
Boating safety images:
website
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