New York is putting more eyes in the sky to keep watch for sharks along Long Island. Governor Kathy Hochul last Tuesday announced plans to deploy 10 new drones to patrol the shores and watch for the cold-blooded sea creatures. They’ll join a number of other surveillance devices, including eight existing drones, watercraft, and helicopters, that keep a close watch on the waters.
"This year we are taking further action to protect beachgoers by increasing surveillance to monitor for shark activity near beaches off the South Shore,” said Gov. Hochul in a statement. “I encourage all New Yorkers to listen to local authorities, follow guidance and take precautions to ensure a safe and responsible beach trip this summer."
