
Climate ChangeJuly 8, 2026
Why more extreme rain could mean more shark bites
As rainfall intensifies with climate change, waste flushed out to sea could attract more sharks, putting beachgoers at risk
Sam Nichols is an Australian science, health and drug journalist. His work has appeared in Think Global Health, VICE, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, and more.

Why more extreme rain could mean more shark bites
As rainfall intensifies with climate change, waste flushed out to sea could attract more sharks, putting beachgoers at risk