Surfers enjoyed mammoth waves along Illawarra beaches on Monday morning as a powerful swell hit much of the NSW coastline.
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The Bureau of Meteorology issued a severe weather warning in the early hours of the morning, because it was expected that very heavy surf could cause localised damage and coastal erosion, and lead to dangerous beach conditions.
It was cancelled mid-morning but hazardous surf conditions are forecast to continue into Tuesday.
People are advised to stay well away from the surf and surf-exposed areas.
Rock fishers should avoid rock platforms exposed to the ocean, while boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should look at changing or delaying their trip.
The Bureau of Meteorology says such conditions will persist in coming days.
Meanwhile, a high tide of 1.82 metres on Sunday evening combined with the powerful swell to inundate the Austinmer Beach car park.
On Monday night the tide is expected to peak higher, at 1.94 metres, while on Tuesday high tide is expected to reach 2.03 metres and on Wednesday 2.07 metres.
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Natalie Croxon
Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.
Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.
