Louisiana Beachgoers Alert: Family of Hammerhead Sharks Spotted at Popular Beach

It's warming up, and many of us in South Louisiana are heading to the beach, so we remind you of this potential threat in the water.

I'll start with the obvious: yes, we know sharks live in the water, but anytime a video surfaces from a popular beach destination, we like to use the sighting as a reminder of this danger.

A video posted on social media shows a family of hammerhead sharks near the shore at the Orange Beach Pass.

Orange Beach is a popular destination for many during the summer, and as tempting as it may be to dive right into the water, know that there are dangers out there.

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In recent weeks, we've posted reminders about dangerous rip currents, and now we share this video of several sharks in one location as a reminder to always be aware of your surroundings while in the Gulf or even in the Bay.

Sharks can be very dangerous when and if provoked, and you should never try to approach one if you see one while on the beach. And yes, some people have braved it and approached them in the past.

In this video, you can see the hammerhead sharks in the shallow water, likely looking for a food source.

Are Hammerhead Sharks Dangerous?

Hammerhead sharks are usually not considered to be dangerous, but again, you don't want to subject yourself to them in their domain.

Larger hammerhead sharks can be a bit more dangerous because of their size, so with any shark, it is best to relocate if you come across one in the water.

Here's the viral video of the hammerhead sharks in Orange Beach, or as some like to say, in their home (the water).

Just as a quick tutorial, here's a look at the hammerhead shark, and, dangerous or not, I would never want to come into contact with one while out for a swim.