Multiple Shark Attacks Leave American Tourists Severely Injured in Turks and Caicos

An American woman from Connecticut was attacked by a shark while snorkeling in Turks and Caicos. The woman lost her foot in the attack and is in serious condition at a local hospital. Shark attacks are rare, with only 57 unprovoked shark bites recorded in the world last year. Experts say most shark attacks are a case of mistaken identity. To stay safe in the water, wildlife experts recommend staying close to shore, swimming with a buddy, and avoiding swimming with open wounds or injuries.