IF you thought it was cold in the Hastings this morning (August 21) then spare a thought for our northern neighbours in Kempsey.
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The Macleay shivered into Tuesday as the mercury plummeted to -4.2 degrees according to Bureau of Meteorology figures collected at Kempsey airport – the coldest morning on record since weather data commenced in 1882.
In Port Macquarie, it was a chilly start with -2.4 degrees recorded at the Port Macquarie airport.
The cold morning comes a week after Kempsey experienced their previous coldest August morning of -3.2 degrees.
Today’s Weatherzone forecast predicts the Hastings will hit a predicted top of around 20 degrees.
Cold mornings are expected for the rest of the week before possible showers are predicted for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Boat skippers should consider changing or delaying their voyage before considering crossing a coastal bar or heading offshore.
Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location sheltered from the surf.
Strong winds can also cause damage to vessels on moorings which have been poorly maintained.
Every skipper is responsible for the safety of their vessel and all on board. Roads and Maritime advises skippers to:
- Check the official weather forecast before and during boating and ‘if in doubt, don’t go out’
- Ensure the boat and its equipment is suitable for the conditions
- Log on/ off with a Marine Rescue NSW marine radio base via VHF Radio or Marine Rescue APP for every trip offshore and consider a safety management plan
- Wear a lifejacket.
