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Shark scares surge at NYC beaches, sidelining swimmers on sizzling sand
Shark-related closures at NYC beaches, particularly the Rockaways, have increased significantly this summer, with 23 closures—more than double compared to the same period last year, leading to frustrated beachgoers being banned from swimming.
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