Shark attack on Jersey Shore prompts precautions to stay safe on the water

The teenager who was bitten was lucky to suffer only minor injuries. CBS2's Christine Sloan has more on what you can do to stay safe.

• May 23, 2023

Girl attacked by shark while surfing off Jersey Shore

Stone Harbor officials said the 15-year-old girl suffered cuts to her foot and calf.

• May 22, 2023

NYS announces enhanced shark monitoring for beaches on Long Island

The governor says state parks will double their supply of drones and train a whole new team of drone operators.

• May 16, 2023

New York city closes beach for shark sightings — reports of shark attacks are up

Get the facts about shark attacks before canceling a trip or staying out of the water.

• Jul 23, 2022

Teen surfer bitten by shark off Kismet Beach on Fire Island

Father tells CBS2 his 16-year-old son was bitten on the foot and then kicked his way into shore on his surf board

• Jul 21, 2022

Teen surfer recovering from shark bite off Fire Island

It follows a series of shark bites at Long Island beaches. The teen's father spoke with CBS2's John Dias.

• Jul 21, 2022

Teenage surfer latest shark attack victim off Long Island

Authorities say a 16-year-old was bitten Wednesday off Kismet Beach. CBS2's John Dias has more on how to stay safe in the water.

• Jul 21, 2022

Shark attack victims speaks out about encounter

Suffolk County is strengthening safety in the water after a series of shark attacks. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan has the latest.

• Jul 14, 2022

2 more shark attacks reported on Long Island

Wednesday's occurrences are the latest in a string of shark-related incidents on Long Island's South Shore.

• Jul 13, 2022

Surfer attacked by shark at Smith Point Beach

The Suffolk County beach is temporarily closed to swimmers after the latest shark attack. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan has more.

• Jul 13, 2022

Experts: Shark sightings mean the ecosystem is very healthy

They add conservation efforts have helped bring shark populations back within the last 10 years on the Atlantic Coast.

• Jul 11, 2022

Another shark attack off Long Island

A Fire Island lifeguard was bitten Thursday by a small shark, following another sighting Wednesday. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the story.

• Jul 8, 2022

Long Island beach reopens on July 4 after weekend shark attack

The shores are being patrolled by drones in case of another shark sighting, CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.

• Jul 4, 2022

Lifeguard recovering after being attacked by a shark in Suffolk County

Zachari Gallo said he was participating in a training exercise in the water when he was bit on the chest and hand.

• Jul 3, 2022

Lifeguard attacked by shark in Suffolk County speaks exclusively to CBS2

Zachari Gallo, who shared pictures of his injuries, said he he fought the shark after being bitten on the chest and hand. CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.

• Jul 3, 2022

Long Island lifeguard attacked by shark speaks exclusively to CBS2

The lifeguard was bitten on the chest and hand on Sunday at Smith Point Beach in Suffolk County. CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.

• Jul 3, 2022

Lifeguard recovering following shark attack in Suffolk County

Officials said the lifeguard was bitten on the chest and hand in the waters off Smith Point Beach. CBS2's Thalia Perez has the story.

• Jul 3, 2022