UPDATE: Fairhaven beaches opened after possible shark sighting

UPDATE: The previous alert closing beaches do to a shark sighting has been canceled. Beaches are now open. The shark sighting was unfounded, according to police and the search of the waters by the Fairhaven and New Bedford Harbormasters was negative. Citizens are asked to use caution and stay vigilant when entering the water.

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A reported shark sighting has closed down several area beaches.

According to the Fairhaven Police Department and the Harbormaster, all public beaches are temporarily closed due to a possible shark sighting near Hacker Street.

All citizens are asked to stay out of the water.

The warning was issued on social media moments ago.

Any sightings should be reported to the Fairhaven Police Department at 508-997-7421.

Currently, the Fairhaven Police and Harbormaster are investigating the incident and the waters.