A 71-year-old lifeguard in Maine had a frightening encounter when he was dragged underwater by a great white shark while on patrol at Scarborough Beach. The incident, described as a close call, resulted in the lifeguard being pulled approximately five feet underwater. Following this event, officials have warned of increased shark sightings in the area, prompting the closure of several beaches, including those at Reid State Park. This alarming trend has seen a significant number of white sharks reported near popular beaches along the East Coast, raising concerns for swimmers and beachgoers.