Dangerous conditions Wed 15 and Thur 16 Feb
A high passing to the south Tuesday and Wednesday will extend a ridge along the coast, with winds gradually shifting northeast to southeasterly. The pattern is then likely to remain relatively unchanged until another trough and southerly change expected on the weekend.
BOM has issued a warning for Wednesday for the Byron, Coffs and Macquarie coasts of seas of 1.5 m and SE swell of 2 m, then on Thursday seas of 1 m and SE swells of 1.5 to 2 m.
Even though these sea and swell heights look fairly low, BOM is warning that on those coasts on those days conditions will be dangerous for rock fishing and crossing bars.
Check local forecasts to get the latest before you go out on the BOM website at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml
Always tell someone where you are going and when you plan on coming back. If the rock platform is wet ask yourself 'why is it wet?' then watch the ocean for waves and swells for at least 20 minutes. Always fish with a friend, wear proper rockfishing footwear, light warm high-visibility clothing, and wear a life jacket in case you get washed in. Never turn your back on the ocean.
Also check out the links and safety advice on BOM's dedicated rock-fishing weather page.
Whenever you fish
- choose a safe spot
- don't fish alone
- wear non-slip shoes
- wear a life jacket
- never turn your back on the sea.
Click here for more fishing safety tips.
Check Bureau of Meteorology forecasts before planning a trip.
Check Bureau of Meteorology rock-fishing weather page
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Safe fishing!
from the Recreational Fishing Alliance of NSW
