Tag: sharks
Record Number of Sharks Spotted in Nassau, New Flag Warning System...
Nassau County has had a record number of 26 shark sightings so far this year and will institute a flag warning system at Nickerson Beach to alert beachgoers when a shark has been spotted, County Executive Laura Curran announced on Monday.
Did a Shark Bite a Jones Beach Lifeguard?
A lifeguard at Jones Beach, who was in the water near the Central Mall, said they were bit around 11 a.m. on Monday, potentially by a shark.
Nassau Ramps Up Shark Patrols After Back-to-back Sightings
Nassau County Police Department is increasing its coastline marine and aerial patrols to watch for sharks after two shark sightings on the south shore this week, County Executive Laura Curran announced on Friday.
Shark Sightings Resume at Long Island Beaches
Sharks once again prompted temporary bans on swimming at some ocean beaches on the South Shore of Nassau County in recent days.
Long Island Shark Week Continues With Fifth Consecutive Day of Shark...
A shark sighting off the coast of South Shore Long Island was reported Friday for the fifth day in a row, prompting the Town of Hempstead to close off swimming from Civic Beach to Town Park Lido West Beach.
Shark Patrols Launch on 3rd Straight Day of Shark Sightings on...
The Nassau County Police Department launched helicopters to perform shark patrols along South Shore Long Island beaches amidst a third consecutive day of shark sightings.