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Kauai’s Kekaha Beach closed after shark spotted chasing diver to shore

Kauai officials issued a no-swimming advisory at Kekaha Beach after the sighting of an 8-to-10 foot shark Sunday.

Ocean Safety officials reported that a shark was sighted chasing a diver to shore, near the area known as Intersections on Sunday afternoon. No injuries were reported.

Officials posted warning signs and will reassess the area Monday.

For updates, call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984 or ask a county lifeguard.

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