Shark sighting update

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Another hammerhead shark has been captured on video in the waters off La Jolla over the weekend. Just last month kayakers came in contact with hammerheads (here) and while it is unusual for hammerhead sharks to be so close to shore, lifeguards and marine biologists assure everyone they are relatively peaceful creatures.

This latest sighting was a mile from shore and the increase in hammerhead sightings can be attributed to the warmer waters at this time. Right now in San Diego County ocean temperatures are reported to be in the mid to high 70s. Camp Pendleton and Oceanside are reporting 76°f. To the north Laguna Beach is reporting 75°f, Huntington and Newport Beaches they are 71-73°f, Santa Monica is reporting 72°f.

San Diego Fire and Rescue — the lifeguards — ask you to report any hammerhead sightings to them so they can assess the risk to the public.