Dangerous conditions for boaters from Eden to Sydney
by Transport Roads and Maritime Services on 30 Aug 2015
SW
Roads and Maritime Services has issued an alert to boaters about strong winds forecast from Eden to Sydney for today and Monday.
This follows a Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) warning about a slow moving low pressure system moving off the NSW coast.
A strong wind warning is in place today and tomorrow for the Sydney, Illawarra, Batemans and Eden coasts.
Skippers and owners of small craft should 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. 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.
For more information on Offshore boating safety visit
website.
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