There have been several shark encounters and beach closures across Australia over the summer. Here's what you need to know. Read more:
Experts say the likelihood of encountering or being attacked by a shark remains low.This summer, several beaches across Australia have been evacuated due to shark sightings and encounters.
Many swimmers are now on high alert, but experts say while shark sightings should be taken seriously, the likelihood of an encounter remains low. "If we were to look broadly at the 12,000 beaches that we have around Australia we know that sharks are in all our waters, but for the most part they go largely unseen, and won't pose any threat or danger to people."According to Surf Life Saving Australia's 2022 National Safety Report, there were 208 coastal fatalities across the country last year, 141 of which were drowning deaths.
"What we are doing is getting much better at spotting sharks, especially through drones, so that’s contributing to this series of beach evacuations that we’re seeing," he said. Mr Daw said an increase in shark activity and prevalence often occurs due to fish migration, with sharks following fish for feeding opportunities.
"It doesn't mean there's more sharks, but if you have more people out on a more regular occasion, the likelihood of spotting or encountering a shark are going to increase."In order to avoid an accidental shark encounter, experts recommend swimming in patrolled areas, swimming in groups, and remain on high alert if there are schools of fish nearby.
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