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How many shark attacks in Florida? What to do to reduce chances of being bitten by shark
There were 14 reported bites in Florida, a slight decrease from 16 in 2023, according to the University of Florida's ...
Florida shark attacks surfer, latched on ‘like a bear trap’ in world’s bite capital
A 40-year-old surfer describes a shark attack at New Smyrna Beach in Florida as feeling "like a bear trap" and "electricity." ...
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Florida hospital hosts first-ever shark bite survivor reunion as state leads in attacks
Victims recount frightening encounters and thank trauma teams during emotional gathering at Saint Mary’s Medical Center, as ...
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Shark attacks surfer in Florida, victim taken to hospital
The attack took place in water off New Smyrna Beach, a city south of Daytona Beach in northwest Florida popular for its ...
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Florida led the world in shark attacks again in 2020 - CNN
The US is once again the shark attack capital of the world in 2020. Thanks, Florida! Last year, the US reported 33 unprovoked shark attacks, accounting for about 58% of the total number of ...
‘I’m lucky’: West Palm man recounts 10-second shark attack in Bahamas that tore into his arm
WEST PALM BEACH — As Michael Reich spearfished a hogfish snapper in the waters off the Bahamas on July 15, he didn’t know a 5 ...
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Shark Week 2025 TV fest airs as shark bites and 'Alligator Alcatraz,' scare Florida
Hollywood celebrated 50th anniversary of 'Jaws,' which instilled terror in the public about sharks, especially in beach-going ...
Shark attack survivor shares top 3 tips to help stay safe during encounter
Paul de Gelder, who stars in the new Discovery Channel special "How to Survive a Shark Attack," shares tips on how to stay safe during an encounter.