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Panic as shark sightings explode around New York as cops deploy drone army
The Mirror US • • nation
Key Points:
- The New York Police Department (NYPD) has launched a drone monitoring program this summer to track shark activity along NYC beaches amid increased sightings, aiming to protect swimmers during the hot season.
- Last year, there were 105 global shark-human interaction cases investigated, including 65 unprovoked bites and 29 provoked bites, with 25 attacks occurring in the U.S. and one fatality.
- NYC beaches, particularly Rockaway Beach, experienced over two dozen shark sightings since late May, prompting temporary beach closures and red-flag alerts in July due to suspected bull sharks, which are uncommon in the region's cooler waters.
- Rockaway Beach, a popular 5.5-mile public beach in Queens known for its vibrant boardwalk and recreational activities, remains a key location for shark sightings as residents seek relief from the summer heat.
