Increased Shark Sightings Along Southern California Coast
Increased Shark Sightings Along Southern California Coast
US · Published Apr 19, 2026
• Drone footage reveals increased shark sightings, with great white sharks swimming close to surfers at Manhattan Beach.
• Experts attribute the rise to warm ocean temperatures and potential El Niño conditions, drawing sharks closer to shore.
• Authorities urge caution, advising beachgoers to avoid dawn/dusk swimming and areas with seals, while biologists monitor shark behavior.
Drone footage reveals surge in shark sightings
Recent drone footage has captured an alarming increase in shark sightings along the Southern California coast, particularly at Manhattan Beach, where surfers were seen paddling dangerously close to great white sharks.
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