I actually thought it was weird the first time I went diving in south Florida. The captain was giving us the 10 minute call and I think I could have snorkeled to the beach.
In NC you get told when you’re 30 minute to the wreck sometimes, and then you still have to wait for the DM to go tie in to the wreck.
Yeah, I'm always a little surprised when I'm diving in Florida and can see the shore.
Actually, I can't think of any wrecks in my home area (NYC) where you CAN see the coast. There are a few inshore rubble piles dumped as artificial reefs, but usually you get pretty poor vis so close to land.