Shark Spotted in Encinitas

A surfer reported a shark sighting in Encinitas Monday afternoon, according to lifeguard Capt. Larry Giles.

The surfer called lifeguards just after 3:30 p.m. to report he had seen a shark while surfing alone at Beacon's Beach. He said the shark was about 8 to 10 feet in length.

Lifeguards put a watercraft and have warned beachgoers of a shark sighting, but did not clear the water.