THE Bureau of Meteorology has forecast increasing south to southwesterly winds and dangerous surf conditions to continue today, with seas of up to 4 metres and swell of up to 4 metres expected.
Check local conditions before planning a fishing trip by going to BOM district forecasts at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml
Also check out the links and safety advice on BOM’s dedicated rock-fishing weather page.
Safety tips for 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.
- Check Bureau of Meteorology forecasts before planning a trip.
- Check Bureau of Meteorology rock-fishing weather page
For more on rock fishing safety visit www.safefishing.com.au – a service of the Recreational Fishing Alliance of NSW.