Middletown Reports Unconfirmed Shark Sighting at Third Beach

Middletown reports unconfirmed shark sighting at Third Beach

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — Lifeguards cleared the water at Third Beach in Middletown following an unconfirmed shark sighting Wednesday afternoon. The town issued an alert after a camp counselor at Third Beach spotted a fin in the water about 70 yards off shore around 1 p.m. There were approximately 60 people on the town-owned portion of the beach at the time. SEE ALSO: RI shark license plates are crucial for research Swimmers were ushered o…

Lifeguards Evacuate Swimmers After Shark Spotted Near 3rd Beach in Middletown - Newport Buzz

Newport Buzz Lifeguards Evacuate Swimmers After Shark Spotted Near 3rd Beach in Middletown Cue the “Jaws” theme — lifeguards cleared the waters at 3rd Beach Wednesday afternoon after a shark was spotted lurking just offshore. The beach was buzzing when the alert went out, sending swimmers scrambling to shore. Within minutes, the harbormaster was circling the scene by boat, scanning for fins and teeth. Officials haven’t confirmed the species yet,…

Middletown officials monitor unconfirmed shark sighting at Third Beach - What's Up Newp

Middletown police and beach officials evacuated swimmers from Third Beach on Wednesday following an unconfirmed shark sighting approximately 70 yards offshore. A camp counselor reported seeing a fin in the water around 1 p.m., prompting immediate safety protocols. About 60 beachgoers were on the town-owned portion of the beach at the time. Lifeguards, police and […] The post Middletown officials monitor unconfirmed shark sighting at Third Beach …