Why Shark Warnings Are Returning to the East Coast
Summary
Shark sightings and activity are increasing along the U.S. East Coast due to the annual summer migration from June to September. Officials say this is a normal pattern showing a healthy ocean environment, and there is no proof sharks are attacking people on purpose.Key Facts
- New York advises beachgoers to be “Shark Smart” during shark migration season from June to September.
- The New York Department of Environmental Conservation warns that shark attacks on humans are rare and offers safety tips for swimmers and surfers.
- Long Island State Parks will use 46 drones and 67 trained operators to watch for sharks during peak summer.
- Over 13 shark species migrate through New York waters yearly, which shows a healthy marine ecosystem.
- New Jersey monitors shark activity using tagged sharks tracked by the group OCEARCH.
- Maine officials raised warning flags at Cedar Beach after a Great White shark was spotted offshore.
- Researchers on Cape Cod are tagging juvenile white sharks and studying dusky sharks to learn about their behavior.
- Florida has the most recorded shark bites in the U.S., but recent bite numbers are decreasing.
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