NEW YORK - After the first shark sighting of the season Thursday in Rockaway Beach, officials are offering guidance on how swimmers can stay safe, as well as providing an update on shark monitoring efforts. Officials say shark sightings are expected to increase through September. Swimmers are advised to take the following precautions: If a shark is spotted, swimming is suspended for at least one hour since the last sighting.
"This summer, we expanded shark surveillance at our beautiful Long Island beaches to help ensure New Yorkers can safely cool down in the ocean and enjoy the sunshine," Gov. Kathy Hochul said. "After the first shark sighting of the season, I encourage all New Yorkers to listen to local authorities and take precautions to help ensure safe and responsible beach trips this summer.
" Hochul said New York Office of Parks and Recreation and Historic Preservation has added additional surveillance capability . There are now: Last August, a shark attacked a woman at Rockaway Beach, biting her thigh and leaving her severely injured . Jesse Zanger is managing editor of CBS New York.
Jesse has previously worked for the Fox News Channel and Spectrum News NY1. He covers regional news around the Tri-State Area, with a particular focus on breaking news and extreme weather..
