Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Queensland Coastal Hazard Warning for DAMAGING SURF for parts of Southeast Coast Forecast District. Issued at 10:17 pm Friday, 17 July 2026. Damaging surf conditions developing later Saturday. Weather Situation A low-pressure system is forecast to develop well off the southern Queensland coast before moving closer to the coast on Saturday. As the system approaches, strong to gale-force south to southeasterly winds are expected to generate large and powerful southeasterly waves from Saturday evening. DAMAGING SURF for the following areas: Southeast Coast DAMAGING SURF CONDITIONS which may lead to coastal erosion and localised damage to coastal infrastructure are possible between the NSW Border and Cape Moreton from Saturday evening, particularly for south to southeast facing beaches. Beach conditions in these areas could be dangerous and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas. Damaging surf conditions are expected to persist into Sunday. Locations which may be affected include Gold Coast, Moreton Island and North Stradbroke Island. A separate Hazardous Surf Warning is current at the time of issue. Emergency services advise people to: * Know your limitations around beaches, tidal rivers and creeks. Adhere to warning from lifesavers and lifeguards . * If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure. * If you have children make sure they are within arm's reach around the water. The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEST 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 emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.