CHATHAM, Mass.Officials in Chatham have closed all eastern, open ocean-facing beaches because of increased reports from fishermen of sharks nearby. <\/p>\n
The closings Wednesday affect beaches from the Orleans-Chatham town line south along Nauset Beach to Monomy. They are in effect until further notice. <\/p>\n
Other public beaches remain open in the town. <\/p>\n
Swimmers are warned to keep aware of their surroundings, and stay at least 300 feet from seals. <\/p>\n
Sightings of sharks, including great whites, have increased off Cape Cod in recent years along with an increase in the population of seals, which sharks feed on. <\/p>\n
In July, a man was bitten on his legs by a great white shark while swimming off Ballston Beach in Truro, north of Chatham. <\/p>\n
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