Sep 18, 2026COREEnvironment

Shark spotted in Busan North Port park waterway

KBS coverage of the September 18 shark sighting and Coast Guard response at Busan North Port.

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A shark sighting was reported in the park waterway. The Coast Guard responded and began efforts to guide it out to sea.

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Yonhap footage of visitors at Busan North Port Waterfront Park on September 20, the third day of shark sightings.
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Shark Sightings at Busan North Port Waterfront Park

What is this about? A shark appeared in the waterway at Busan North Port Waterfront Park, prompting safety notices, drawing crowds and affecting nearby cafes. The story at a glance Shark spotted → Further sighting and safety alert → Crowds gather → Cafe stock shortages and increased orders reported Where do things stand? Reports published on September 21, 2026 described a nearby cafe running out of stock and included an owner's account of increased orders. The shark's exact species and reason for entering the waterway are not treated as established facts.

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