Shark patrols consist of seven days a week aerial shark patrols which are provided by the State Emergency Government. These air crafts charter to observe shark activity and their proximity to swimmers. If spotters identify potentially dangerous sharks nearby, the beach is closed to swimming and surfing, or beach goers are warned so that they can make an informed choice.
Advantages
Active shark patrols typically give civilians peace of mind when entering the water, which encourages people to visit and in-turn benefits the local businesses. The aerial routes reduce the risk of swimmers encountering sharks, by monitoring popular public beaches. In the event that the spotters locate a shark within close adjacency to swimmers, they are