A low is developing over the southwestern Tasman Sea on Wednesday bringing a vigorous south to southwesterly change to the entire coast.
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Winds will reach 40 knots in some areas, seas up to 5 metres plus swell up to 5 metres.
Large and powerful surf conditions will start Wednesday evening and are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as crossing bars by boat and rock fishing for the rest of the week.
Check local conditions by going to BOM district forecasts at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml
Recreational Fishing Alliance of NSW fishing safety officer Malcolm Poole said 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, he said.
Stay safe, always watch the local conditions before fishing and never turn your back on the ocean.
Also check out the links and safety advice on BOM's dedicated rock-fishing weather page here
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.
