Fact Check: There have been hammerhead shark sightings in SoCal

Claim: There have been hammerhead shark sightings in SoCal

Verdict: Correct (95% confidence)

Explanation: According to KTLA, a rare hammerhead shark was spotted near Malibu Pier just two days ago, marking the first sighting this close to Southern California beaches since 2015. The New York Post also reports a recent hammerhead shark sighting off the Malibu coast, attributing the occurrence to warmer water temperatures. USA Today confirms this sighting, noting it as part of an expected influx of marine life due to El Niño conditions. These sources directly confirm the presence of hammerhead sharks in...