North Carolina: Wrecks & Sharks
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Larry Cohen & Olga Torrey
Sand tiger shark on wreck of the Atlas. Image by Olga Torrey
The waters off the coast of the US state of North Carolina are treacherous. Bad weather, rough seas, heavy current and inlets that are difficult to navigate are common. So why do underwater explorers consider this area to be a world-class dive destination? Because when you do get offshore, it is extraordinary.