Two Hilo beaches closed due to shark sighting

Two Hilo beaches closed due to shark sighting

HILO (HawaiiNewsNow) – Officials closed two Hilo beach parks due to reports of a shark sighting Friday afternoon.

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According to the Ocean Safety Division of the Hawaii Fire Department, Carlsmith Beach Park and James Kealoha Beach Park were closed for the rest of the day.

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No word on the size or species of the shark or when it was seen.

Beachgoers are reminded to check in with lifeguards about the latest ocean conditions.

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