Shark spotted in water off California beach acting 'aggressively,' Water closed all of Memorial Day

The City of San Clemente announced the closure through a social media post, advising residents and visitors to stay out of the water.Photo byMarcelo CidrackonUnsplash

The ocean was off-limits to all beachgoers in San Clemente on Monday following reports of "aggressive shark behavior" near T-Street Beach. City officials confirmed the presence of sharks close to the shore, prompting immediate action to ensure public safety.

The City of San Clemente announced the closure through a social media post, advising residents and visitors to stay out of the water. Although the exact number of sharks and the specific nature of their aggressive behavior were not disclosed, the precautionary measure underscores the potential danger to swimmers and surfers.

Water access was scheduled to remain closed until at least 8 p.m. Monday night, provided no further shark sightings occurred. Local authorities have been monitoring the situation closely and will continue to do so to determine when it is safe for the public to return to the ocean.