Shark Attack in Southern California Leaves Swimmer Injured, Beaches Closed

A shark attack near the 17th Street lifeguard tower in Del Mar, California, left a swimmer hospitalized, prompting an investigation to identify the shark species involved. The victim was rescued by fellow swimmers and is currently recovering. The Shark Lab at California State University, Long Beach, is analyzing DNA samples to determine the type of shark. Despite the incident, experts emphasize that such attacks are rare and that sharks and humans are learning to coexist. The beach is expected to reopen if no further shark sightings occur.