Shark Sightings Prompt Beach Closure at a Maine State Park

Maine closes 3 Reid State Park beaches for swimming after shark sightings near shore

Three beaches at Maine's Reid State Park were closed to swimmers after repeated shark sightings near shore, turning a popular summer destination into a reminder of how quickly ocean recreation can change when wildlife moves close to people. Officials have said swimming remains off-limits at Mile, Half Mile, and East beaches because sharks have been reported nearby and marine life is clustered in the surf zone. What's happening? Swimming at Reid …

Three Reid State Park beaches closed due to sharks

Officials are urging visitors to remain safe and follow the closure.

Maine state park closes beaches to swimmers after shark sightings

Reid State Park has closed its beaches after shark sightings. Swimmers are advised to stay out of the water.

Reid State Park beaches closed to swimming after shark sightings

Both sightings were reported off Mile Beach at Reid State Park in Georgetown.

Shark sightings prompt beach closure at Maine State Park

According to the town of Georgetown, the beach at Reid State Park is closed for swimming again Sunday following repeated shark sightings.

Shark sightings prompt beach closure at a Maine State Park

According to the town of Georgetown, the beach at Reid State Park is closed for swimming again Sunday following repeated shark sightings.