Whalers Cove Closed After Shark Sighting Near Beach

A 3-meter white shark was spotted near the shoreline at Whalers Cove in Albany, prompting the City of Albany to close the beach for safety reasons. The shark was reported swimming about 10 meters from the sand just after 2 PM on Wednesday. Authorities have advised the public to avoid entering the water and to follow all signage and directions. The situation will be reassessed in the morning.

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