During the Easter holiday weekend, Australia's east coast was struck by towering waves that resulted in at least six fatalities, primarily in New South Wales. A low pressure system generated dangerous surf, with waves exceeding 24 feet recorded off Brisbane. Authorities warned that conditions were perilous for activities like fishing and swimming. Tragically, five men drowned across New South Wales, and one woman drowned in Victoria. As many as two individuals were reported missing, prompting inquiries from police and agencies focused on water safety.
On Sunday morning, a man who was fishing in Wattamolla, about 20 miles south of Sydney, died after being swept into the sea... This brought the total to five drownings in New South Wales since Friday.
According to Royal Life Saving Australia, 128 people drowned in New South Wales in 2024, with around half of those occurring along coastlines.
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