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The Carolina Beach Shark Invasion That Wasn't—And What It Reveals About a Vital Emergency Information Network
When a false shark sighting shut down Carolina Beach, the confusion that followed revealed something deeper: how much we rely on the local National Weather Service office and its communication networks to keep coastal communities safe. In this episode, Shoresides speaks with Stephen Pfaff, meteorologist-in-charge at the NWS-Wilmington, about the challenges of misinformation, the delicate partnerships that power coastal safety alerts, and why clear, effective communication can save lives.
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Statement issued after increased shark activity observed in Carolina Beach surf
Miscommunication over shark activity causes confusion at Carolina Beach
