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Shark spotted by Long Island swimmers closes beaches on 90-degree day
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- A 9-foot shark was spotted at Point Lookout beach in Hempstead, Long Island, leading to a temporary beach closure and shark patrols being deployed.
- Lifeguards confirmed the sighting around 10:30 a.m., resulting in a red flag that kept swimmers out of the water until about 2 p.m. when the flag was lifted.
- It remains uncertain if further shark sightings will cause additional beach closures during the upcoming Fourth of July weekend.
- This incident follows recent shark activity in the region, including a 9-foot great white near the Jersey Shore and past shark bites at Jones Beach State Park.
- Nassau County has increased summer shark patrols in response to previous shark attacks, emphasizing the presence of sharks in local waters.
