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IDQ11260
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

Coastal Waters Forecast for Northern Queensland
Issued at 3:05 pm EST on Sunday 4 January 2009
Valid until midnight Wednesday

Please Be Aware
Wind gusts can be a further 40 percent stronger than the averages given here, and maximum waves may be up to twice the height.


Warnings
A strong wind warning is current south of Bowen.

Synoptic Situation
A low pressure system off the central coast of Queensland is moving slowly northwards. Firm riding will develop along the southern and central Queensland coast.

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subtle hints to kiteboarders from the BoM crew??

Love a bit of Firm Riding I must say..........