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White shark reported off NJ and NY: How to stay safe on the beach this summer
- A tagged juvenile white shark identified as Nori has moved north along the eastern seaboard this spring.
- OCEARCH notes this is the first tagged white shark this year to begin its seasonal northward jump.
- Officials say larger adults typically move first, making Nori's early migration notable.
- Nori originally tagged in Nova Scotia in October has since traveled to the Carolinas before moving north.
- Shoreline safety tips emphasize avoiding murky waters and heeding lifeguard instructions.
- Authorities say most unprovoked incidents are test bites, not deliberate attacks.
- New York State DEC reminds beachgoers to adjust behavior to minimize risk.
- Guidance includes staying out of areas with seals and avoiding dawn or dusk swims.
- Shark movement north signals broader seasonal migration in the western North Atlantic.
- The article links past incidents to ongoing safety guidance for summer beachgoers.
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