Several shark sightings prompted lifeguards Friday to warn visitors to Scripps Beach to be vigilant when venturing into the ocean in the area.
Two surfers reported seeing a roughly 6-foot shark near the surf line at the beach north of La Jolla over the late morning, according to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Neither described it as aggressive.
As precautions, lifeguards made public address announcements regarding the sightings, added extra patrols a roughly one-mile perimeter in the area and posted warning signs along the beach, SDFRD spokeswoman Monica Munoz said.
The advisory was rescinded as of 4 p.m. when there were no additional sightings of any sharks by SDFD lifeguards and beach visitors, according to Munoz.
— City News Service