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SSH OFFICIAL SHARKS AROUND O'AHU: WHAT TO KNOW Hiya folks, a lot of you have been asking about the shark warnings lately, so here's what's been happening and how to keep enjoying the ocean safely. Since August 25, Honolulu Ocean Safety has posted six shark warnings on O'ahu: Sunset Beach, Ala Moana, China Walls, Three Tables, Mā'ili and Hale'iwa Ali'i (this morning). This year there have been three shark bites on O'ahu, all involving surfers on the South Shore: Cromwell's on May 30, Ala Moana on August 26 and Portlock near China Walls on September 7. In the last two, the shark bit the board and the surfer was not hurt. Some perspective: Hawaii averages about 7 shark bites a year across all islands, there have been 4 so far in 2026, and no one has died from a shark bite here in 2025 or 2026. DLNR puts the odds of a bite at less than one in a million. Why now? Tiger sharks give birth around Hawaii in September and October, so DLNR suggests a little extra care in the fall. In the water: Swim and surf at lifeguarded beaches and follow their advice. Skip murky water and stream mouths after heavy rain. Stay out at dawn, dusk and night. Keep away from people fishing and from dead animals in the water. Go with a buddy. See a shark? Calmly leave the water and tell a lifeguard, or call 911. If warning signs are up, stay out until lifeguards take them down. Sources: Hawaii DLNR (shark incidents list and safety tips) and Honolulu Ocean Safety. Enjoy the ocean and respect the signs. Mahalo and stay safe out there! Michael Kitchens Founder & Creator Stolen Stuff Hawaii In an emergency, call 911. sshsearch.com - sshreport.com - sshintel.com #hawaii #oahu #sharksafety #oceansafety #stolenstuffhawaii #northshore #southshore