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Drones are spotting more sharks at NYC beaches. But are the sharks new in town?
But in 2023, a swimmer at Rockaway was bitten by a shark and badly injured. New York City officials responded by expanding ...
As Drones Spot Sharks, New York Beaches Are Shut Down
Drone technology seemed to contribute to an unusual number of shark sightings along Rockaway Beach in recent days. Each time swimmers were ordered out of the ocean.
NYC temporarily shuts down Queens beaches after sharks swim dangerously close to Fourth of July crowd
Multiple shark sightings in Far Rockaway on July 4th led to temporary beach closures as NYC officials deployed drones and ...
What to do if you see a shark while swimming: Experts
2. Keep Eye Contact and Don’t Splash: If you see a shark nearby, experts suggest turning to face it. Try to maintain eye ...
New AMBER alert-like system would send alerts to people’s phones when a shark is nearby
A bipartisan bill to create an AMBER Alert-style shark warning system that alerts beachgoers of nearby predators is one step ...