- Beachwood and its surrounding areas, including the coastal boardwalk, amusement park, and residential neighborhoods
- The Atlantic Ocean and the beach, where the shark attacks occur
- The hotels, guesthouses, and other establishments where the characters stay and interact
- The lifeguard stations and rescue efforts during the shark attacks
- The local newspaper office, where one of the characters works as a journalist
- The hospitals and medical facilities where the injured are treated
- The nearby towns and cities affected by the shark attacks
- The ocean pier, where some of the events and conflicts take place
Throughout the story, the setting plays a significant role in shaping the atmosphere and intensifying the tension and drama of the shark attacks and their impact on the community and characters involved.