Wind turbine shards not the only sharp, dangerous objects along cape cod coast

CAPE COD, MASS. — A 10-foot great white shark named Miss May was spotted this week in Cape Cod Bay, according to data from Ocearch. The juvenile female shark, estimated to weigh 846 pounds, was last detected on August 27 at 4:50 p.m.

While some in the area are concerned about broken shards from the nearby Vineyard Winds turbine disaster, another dangerous object lurks beneath the water.

Miss May was originally tagged by Ocearch researchers on February 15, 2019, near Fernandina Beach, Florida. Since then, the shark has traveled up and down the East Coast, with her latest ping recorded off the coast of Massachusetts.

Ocearch, an organization that tracks and studies sharks, uses satellite tags to monitor the movements of these marine predators. Miss May’s presence in Cape Cod Bay highlights the continued activity of great white sharks in the region, particularly during the summer months when they are known to frequent the area.

As always, authorities advise swimmers and boaters to remain vigilant and follow safety guidelines when in the water.

Keep in mind, this article is for informative entertainment purposes only and the chances of being attacked by a Great White Shark are minimal.

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