‘Powerful’ waves continue to pummel east coast as Easter beach death toll rises to five

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Five people lost their lives in Australia’s dangerous surf conditions over the Easter weekend, with waves that battered beaches and left swimmers in peril. In New South Wales, four drownings were reported after Cyclone Tam generated towering waves near Tathra, while a fifth person is missing. Swimmer Brent Manieri described the tragedy, emphasizing how swimmers could have avoided disaster by observing conditions before heading to the coast. The hazardous surf warning remains in place across NSW, urging people to stay away from shore during the powerful swell that continues to impact the region.

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Hazardous surf conditions led to multiple drownings on Australia’s east coast during Easter, with at least five people killed and several missing after massive waves caused by ex-Tropical Cyclone Tam. Life-saving authorities warned swimmers to avoid the coastline due to significant wave heights, emphasizing preventable risks for those ignoring weather warnings. The situation highlights the dangers of swimming in rough conditions and the importance of adhering to safety guidelines before engaging with coastal areas.

Dangerous surf conditions on Australia's east coast led to five deaths over Easter weekend, with four drowning in NSW and a man going missing. Life-saving warnings were issued due to hazardous wave heights reaching up to 5.5 meters, prompting restrictions on swimming near shorelines until at least Monday. Videos highlighted dangerous incidents, such as someone being ejected from the beach in Victoria after a woman died and another went missing. Authorities stressed the importance of adhering to safety guidelines to prevent drownings while surfers faced life-threatening conditions.

Wild surf conditions have battered beaches on Australia’s east coast, with hazardous conditions killing five people across the country over the Easter long weekend. In NSW, four people drowned and another was missing, after ex-Tropical Cyclone Tam generated massive waves across the NSW coast. Manieri warned swimmers across the coast to heed warnings, observe conditions and swim at patrolled beaches. “From Byron towards Eden, including Sydney, the waves are sitting in between 2.5-3 metres, which is significant wave height,” Reid said. Another video, titled “Catching the Dee Why Express”, showed a wave rolling down the beach platform, carrying a man along with it.

Wild surf conditions on Australia’s east coast led to five deaths over Easter weekend, with dangerous waves causing drownings in NSW, Wollongong, Green Cape, and Little Bay Beach. Authorities warned of significant wave heights, with parts of the coast reaching up to 5.5 meters during peak surfs. Social media highlighted people attempting risky rock fishing without lifejackets, and authorities stressed the importance of staying away from shore during dangerous conditions.

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