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White shark drags Scarborough lifeguard underwater, officials say
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Key Points:
- A lifeguard at Scarborough Beach State Park was pulled underwater by a great white shark while using a rescue torpedo but managed to free himself and swim safely back to shore without injury.
- The incident occurred Saturday afternoon, and the beach was closed for about an hour as officials assessed the situation and monitored the waters.
- Officials report ongoing significant great white shark activity near Scarborough Beach and Higgins Beach, with multiple sharks observed in nearshore waters and sandbar areas.
- The Scarborough Public Safety Team advises beachgoers to follow lifeguard instructions, avoid swimming near schools of fish or seals, and report any shark sightings immediately.
- Town officials will continue monitoring shark activity and provide updates to ensure public safety.
