In contrast to last year at this time, there have been no shark sightings yet this year at Long Island state beaches, officials said.
About 10 shark species encountered by humans migrate to Long Island waters around Memorial Day, staying for four or five months before swimming south.
Your chance of getting bitten by a shark is small and there are steps you can take to ensure safety, like swimming with a partner and avoiding murky water.
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