Beaches reopened shortly before 1 p.m., an hour after a shark sighting was reported, which limited swimming just offshore from Hempstead and Nassau County beaches. The shark of unknown type or size was seen moving along the coast, about 10 yards offshore. Get more info in the link in bio. (Photo credit: Jim Staubitser) . . . #longisland #beaches #sharks #summer #summer2026 #liny