A long-time user of the Narooma Bar on the state's Far South Coast says something needs to be done to make it safer after a number of boating tragedies.
abc.net.au/news/narooma-bar-deadliest-crossing-in-nsw/102239844New data has revealed the Narooma Bar on the far south coast of New South Wales ranks as the deadliest tidal crossing in the state.Marine rescue authorities are urging boat users to thoroughly assess the bar before enteringThe narrow and shallow channel of water has claimed four lives and resulted in six serious injuries in the past decade, according to Transport for NSW.
Former president of the Narooma Sport and Gamefishing Club, Les Waldock, said he had been crossing the bar for more than 50 years and most local fishers weren't surprised by the bar's ranking."I've got a lot of experience crossing the bar but that doesn't mean to say I'm not scared every time I go over it," Mr Waldock said.
Marine Rescue NSW zone duty operations manager Glenn Sullivan said it was important to thoroughly assess the bar before crossing."It really comes down to the individual to make that assessment and manage their skill level and level of experience and be able to take care of it there and make that decision whether they go or stay.
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