Coastal Hazard Warning Cancelled for Southeast Coast, QLD
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BOM has cancelled the Coastal Hazard Warning for Southeast Coast Forecast District as damaging surf conditions have eased.
What this BoM weather warning tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by BOM on May 24, 2026 and geographically references Southeast Coast Forecast District, QLD. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Weather Warnings - determines the warning protocol behind it, which shapes what protective action (seeking shelter, following evacuation orders if issued, monitoring official updates) is recommended and which agency holds authority to issue or cancel it.
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Alert Details
Cancellation of Coastal Hazard Warning (IDQ21137) issued by the Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). The warning was cancelled at 10:18 am Sunday, 24 May 2026 (2026-05-24T00:18:24Z) with an expiry time of 2026-05-24T09:18:24Z.
Affected Areas
Southeast Coast Forecast District, Queensland (QLD).
What You Should Do
Emergency services advise people to: Talk to lifesavers or lifeguards about the conditions before entering the water. Beware of coastal erosion and stand clear of high sand cliffs or sudden drop offs as they may be unstable. Keep children within arm's reach while in the water. Know your limitations when swimming and only swim at patrolled beaches during patrolled times. For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app.
Expected Conditions
Damaging surf conditions in south east Queensland have eased. A low pressure system in the northern Tasman Sea has moved further east and winds over south east Queensland waters have eased. The Brisbane wave buoy reported a significant wave height of 5.18m at 8:00pm on Friday. The Tweed wave buoy reported a significant wave height of 5.00m at 11:30pm on Friday. A separate Hazardous Surf Warning is current at the time of issue.
Timeline
Warning cancelled effective 2026-05-24T00:18:24Z. No further warnings will be issued for this event.
Original source: BOM Official Notice ↗
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