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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

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Coastal Hazard Warning

for DAMAGING SURF

For people in parts of Southeast Coast Forecast District.

Issued at 4:32 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026.

Damaging surf conditions for south east Queensland.

Weather Situation: A developing low in the Tasman Sea will drift northward, enhancing winds and swells over far southern Queensland waters from Friday and during the weekend.

DAMAGING SURF CONDITIONS which may lead to coastal erosion and localised damage to coastal infrastructure are possible between Cape Moreton and Point Danger from Friday morning, particularly for south to southeast facing beaches.

Beach conditions in these areas could be dangerous and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas.

Damaging surf conditions are expected to ease during Saturday morning.

Locations which may be affected include Gold Coast, Coolangatta, Moreton Island and North Stradbroke Island.

A separate Hazardous Surf Warning is current at the time of issue.

Emergency services advise people to:
* Know your limitations around beaches, tidal rivers and creeks. Adhere to warning from lifesavers and lifeguards .
* If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure.
* If you have children make sure they are within arm's reach around the water.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEST Thursday.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.