Shark Spotted Near Wells Beach | Concord News

A juvenile great white shark, estimated at ten feet long, was spotted just 500 yards off Wells Beach in Maine, prompting officials to shut down swimming access and fly the dangerous purple flag. This isn’t an isolated event — lifeguards and the Wells Fire Department report rising shark activity along southern Maine’s coast. While beachgoers are urged to stay aware and enjoy the shore responsibly, authorities remain vigilant as they monitor the situation for when it’s safe to reopen the water. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e6256f7bba80cd53