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Coastal Hazard Warning

for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES and DAMAGING SURF

For people in parts of Central West, Lower West, South West, South Coastal and South East Coastal districts.

Issued at 10:46 pm Friday, 29 May 2026.

Damaging surf and abnormally high tides for the southwest from Sunday morning

Weather Situation: A deepening low pressure system is forecast to approach the southwest during Sunday bringing strong to gale force westerly winds, elevated sea levels and large and powerful waves. The low pressure system is expected to move east during Monday with sea levels and waves remaining elevated until Monday afternoon.

ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas are likely between Gregory and Cape Naturaliste. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during Sunday morning. Tides are also expected to rise well above the normal high tide mark for coastal areas between Jurien Bay and Israelite Bay during the Monday morning high tide.

DAMAGING SURF CONDITIONS which may lead to coastal erosion and localised damage to coastal infrastructure are possible between Gregory and Cape Naturaliste from the Sunday morning high tide. Wave heights are expected to significantly increase during Sunday with DAMAGING SURF CONDITIONS possible between Gregory and Cape Leeuwin through to Monday afternoon.

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

Locations which may be affected include Albany, Bunbury, Esperance, Geraldton, Mandurah, Margaret River and Perth.

A separate warning for DAMAGING, LOCALLY DESTRUCTIVE WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL is also current. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises:
* If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
* Keep away from coastal areas including beaches, tidal rivers, creeks, cliff areas and sand dunes.
* Beach closures may be in place. Follow the advice of local authorities.
* Keep away from flooded drains.
* Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
* If you live in the risk area, be prepared to relocate to a safer place.
* Move furniture and other items up high to avoid water damage.
* Have an evacuation kit ready including medicines, important documents, pet supplies and clothing.
* In a life threatening situation call 000.
* If your home or property has significant damage, like flooding, call the SES on 132 500.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AWST Saturday.

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 Department of Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.