Bathers and beachgoers along the coast of New York are on high alert after multiple shark sightings were reported in the waters off Queens and Long Island. According to eyewitnesses, several sharks were spotted swimming near Rockaway Beach in Queens, as well as off the shores of Point Lookout on Long Island. While the exact species and number of sharks involved are still unclear, the sightings have raised concerns about public safety and prompted authorities to issue warnings to beachgoers. As the summer season heats up, residents and visitors alike are wondering if these sightings signal a potential increase in shark activity along the East Coast.
Sharks spotted near Rockaway Beach in Queens and off Long Island at Point Lookout CBS News
