Perth's Sorrento Beach closed as more whale remains found
Authorities have closed Sorrento Beach in Perth following the discovery of whale remains, which pose a risk of attracting sharks. This follows a series of similar incidents and a recent fatal shark attack in the area.
Why it matters
The recurring presence of whale carcasses and subsequent shark activity highlights the challenges of coastal safety management and wildlife interaction in Australia.
All beaches in the Sorrento area remain closed due to the threat of shark activity. ( ABC News )
Link copied Share Share article Whale remains have closed another Perth beach today, as authorities warned of possible shark activity in Sorrento after removing the tail of a carcass found just off the shore.
This is the second whale carcass to wash up on the city's beaches this week, and the third in the past month, raising concerns about a further increase in shark activity just as beaches are about to become more crowded ahead of summer.
Sorrento Beach was closed about five weeks ago when Perth father Greg O'Neill was attacked and killed by a large great white shark as he was swimming close to the shoreline.
Sorrento Beach was closed last month after the fatal shark attack. ( ABC News: Andrew O'Connor )
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