Shark Signs Go Up at Coronado After Repeated Sightings
Sharks reported within 40 yards of shore, according to city officials
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A shark sign previously posted on the Silver Strand
Reports of shark sightings off a Coronado beach led the city to issue warnings to the public on Friday to be aware of potential activity in the waters.
The sightings were reported to lifeguards Thursday between 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., according to a statement from the city.
Initial reports from witnesses indicated that they saw four sharks, ranging from 6-10 feet in length. One shark was also observed by a lifeguard who using a personal watercraft, the city said.
The sharks were reported within about 40 yards of the shore in the South Beach area, according to the city. As a result, warning signs have been posted along the beach, per city protocol, and the Coronado Fire Department advised beachgoers to swim in areas near staffed lifeguard towers.
Richard Wilson Photography
Leopard shark spotted on Oct. 26, 2019, by photographer Richard Wilson.
Richard Wilson Photography
A frenzy of leopard sharks at La Jolla Shores on Oct. 26, 2019, by photographer Richard Wilson.
Richard Wilson Photography
Leopard sharks at La Jolla Shores on Oct. 26, 2019, by photographer Richard Wilson.
Richard Wilson Photography
A leopard shark seen swimming on Oct. 26, 2019, by photographer Richard Wilson.
Aaron Goulding Photography
A still from drone footage that spotted more than 100 leopard sharks at La Jolla Shores. Photographed by Aaron Goulding on Oct. 23, 2019.
Aaron Goulding Photography
A frenzy of leopard sharks, sometimes called cat sharks, according to the San Diego Zoo. Photographed by Aaron Goulding on Oct. 23, 2019, at La Jolla Shores.
Aaron Goulding Photography
Captioned “Yin and Yang” by photographer Aaron Goulding. Taken on Oct. 23, 2019, at La Jolla Shores.
