Merewether beach in Newcastle, Australia temporarily closed due to third shark sighting in a week.

Merewether beach in Newcastle, Australia was temporarily closed on August 19 following a third shark sighting in a week. A two-meter shark was spotted near surfers, prompting the evacuation of swimmers and surfers and the closure of nearby Dixon and Bar beaches. Lifeguards searched the water on jet skis, but the shark's breed remains unconfirmed. Warmer weather is expected in Newcastle, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 26 degrees Celsius on Wednesday.