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wildlife1 year ago

Florida Man Survives Alligator and Crocodile Attacks

A Central Florida fisherman was airlifted to a hospital after being attacked by a 9-foot alligator in Leesburg, sustaining injuries to his hand and wrist. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission removed the alligator involved in the incident, and people with concerns about alligators are encouraged to call the Nuisance Alligator Hotline. Wildlife experts stress safety tips for sharing space with Florida alligators, emphasizing the need for caution and a 25-foot buffer around bodies of water, especially during the active spring season.

via WESH 2 Orlando|
#alligator-attack#fisherman#florida
crime-and-environment1 year ago

Michigan Man Convicted of Illegally Diverting River at Sleeping Bear Dunes

A 63-year-old man from Michigan was convicted of diverting the Platte River through Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore by hand, causing environmental and financial harm. The diversion created unauthorized access for large boats, leading to an influx of fishermen and altering the landscape. The man faces a maximum of six months in prison, a $5,000 fine, 5 years probation, and mandatory restitution. While the diversion had negative ecological impacts, it also lowered upstream water levels, solved a public safety concern, and made a clearer path for Coho salmon. The National Park Service's planned project to remove dredging debris is on hold.

via New York Post |
#crime-and-environment#environmental-impact#fisherman
tragedy2 years ago

"Diving Tragedies: Fatal Shark Attacks on Scallop Fishermen"

A 22-year-old fisherman, Victor Alejandro Soto Garcia, was fatally attacked by a 13-foot great white shark while diving for scallops off the Mexican coast near Playa Tojahui in Sonora state. Despite efforts to save him, Garcia died on the spot. The incident marks the latest in a series of fatal shark attacks in the region, prompting authorities to emphasize the importance of preventive measures for fishermen and distribute anti-shark bracelets.

via New York Post |
#fisherman#great-white-shark#mexico
world-news2 years ago

"Miracle at Sea: Fisherman's Watch Sparks Rescue after 23-Hour Ordeal in Shark-Infested Waters"

New Zealand fisherman Will Fransen was rescued after treading water for 23 hours when he fell off his boat without a life jacket. He managed to survive, despite a shark encounter, by using the reflection from his wristwatch to signal a passing boat. Rescued in a hypothermic state, Fransen plans to improve the safety features on his boat, which remains missing. His survival story is considered remarkable by both himself and his rescuers.

via Reuters|
##fisherman#maritimesafety
world-news2 years ago

"Miraculous Survival: Fisherman Rescued After 23 Hours in Shark-Infested Waters Using Wristwatch Signal"

New Zealand fisherman Will Fransen survived 23 hours in the ocean after falling overboard during a solo fishing trip. He managed to attract rescuers by reflecting sunlight with his watch. Despite being pessimistic about his chances, he endured a night in the water, an encounter with a shark, and was eventually rescued severely dehydrated but alive. His boat remains missing, and authorities are asking for reports of any sightings.

via Fox News|
##fisherman#maritimeincident
world2 years ago

"Fisherman's Watch Leads to 'Miracle' Rescue and Shark Encounter Survival After 24 Hours at Sea"

A New Zealand fisherman was rescued after spending nearly 24 hours adrift at sea, having fallen overboard during a solo fishing trip. He survived a night in the ocean, a close encounter with a shark, and was eventually spotted and saved by three other fishermen who noticed the reflection of the sun on his watch. The man was hypothermic and exhausted but alive, and his boat remains missing. The police praised the rescuers for their quick actions, which were crucial in saving the fisherman's life.

via CBS News|
##fisherman#newzealand
world2 years ago

"Australian Fisherman's Close Encounter with Leaping Crocodile"

In Queensland, Australia, a fisherman named Richard Brookman experienced a harrowing encounter when a large crocodile leaped onto his boat with its jaws open. The incident occurred on New Year's Eve while he was fishing in a creek. Brookman managed to evade the crocodile, which eventually fell overboard, but not before causing damage to the boat. This event has prompted local authorities to warn the public and consider removing the crocodile if it poses a threat. Crocodile sightings in the region are taken seriously due to the history of both fatal and non-fatal attacks.

via CBS News|
##australia#crocodileattack
aviation2 years ago

Fisherman Claims Discovery of MH370 Debris in South Australian Waters

A retired Australian fisherman, Kit Olver, claims to have found a wing of the missing Malaysia Airlines plane MH370 off the coast of South Australia in 2014, but his discovery was ignored by authorities. Olver described the wing as a "bloody great wing of a big jet airliner" and says he can provide the coordinates of where he found it. The official response from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) suggested it was part of a shipping container. Olver has now come forward with his story in hopes of helping the families of those on board MH370.

via New York Post |
#australia#aviation#fisherman
discovery2 years ago

"Surprising Shipwreck Discoveries: From 152-Year-Old Find to Octopus Mistake"

A Wisconsin fisherman, Tim Wollak, accidentally discovered a 152-year-old shipwreck while fishing with his daughter in Green Bay. Initially assuming it was nothing special, Wollak later learned the significance of his find and identified it as the wreck of a barkentine ship called the George L. Newman. The ship ran aground during the Great Peshtigo Fire in 1871 and had been largely forgotten over time. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources gathered video footage of the wreck, but its identity has not been fully confirmed. Wollak is thrilled to have made the discovery with his daughter and is proud that she played a part in finding it.

via Business Insider|
#discovery#fisherman#green-bay
search-and-rescue2 years ago

Coast Guard Conducts Search for Missing Fisherman off Kennebunkport Coast

The Coast Guard is conducting an active search and rescue mission for a missing 64-year-old fisherman off the coast of Kennebunkport. The fisherman, who remains unidentified, is believed to have fallen into the water while collecting lobster pots close to the shore. Concerns arise due to the water temperature and uncertainty about whether he was wearing a wet suit or life jacket. Multiple agencies, including the Coast Guard, Maine Marine Patrol, and local authorities, are involved in the ongoing search effort.

via WGME|
#coast-guard#fisherman#kennebunkport
rescuesurvival2 years ago

Miraculous Rescue: Fisherman Found Alive After 13 Days Adrift at Sea

A fisherman who was believed to be lost at sea off the coast of Washington State was found alive and adrift in a life raft two days after the Coast Guard called off the search. The man had been alone on the raft for 13 days and survived by catching a salmon to eat. He was rescued by a group of "good Samaritans" and is now in stable condition. The second fisherman remains missing, and the incident is under investigation.

via Yahoo News|
#coast-guard#fisherman#life-raft
missing-person2 years ago

"Desperate Search: Fisherman Missing in Lake Michigan near Holland"

The U.S. Coast Guard is conducting a search for a missing fisherman, David Split, in Lake Michigan near Holland. Split was reported missing on Tuesday evening after leaving Spring Lake in a 29-foot Blue Sea Sundancer named A & A. The Coast Guard is focusing their search near the mouth of the Grand River and slightly offshore. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Coast Guard.

via WOODTV.com|
#fisherman#holland#lake-michigan
wildlife2 years ago

Shark Attacks in Florida Everglades

A fisherman was bitten by a shark while washing his hands off the side of a boat in Florida Bay, part of the Everglades National Park. The man was taken to a local hospital for treatment. Video footage of the incident shows a bull shark leaping out of the water to bite the fisherman's hand. While shark bites are uncommon in the park, bull sharks are known to inhabit the area and can be aggressive towards fishermen and their catches.

via ABC News|
#bull-shark#everglades-national-park#fisherman
crime2 years ago

Crocodiles in Australia suspected of eating missing fisherman's remains

A search and rescue operation for a missing fisherman in a national park in Queensland, Australia, was called off after human remains were found inside two crocodiles that were euthanized during the investigation. The 65-year-old man from Laura, Australia, went missing on a fishing trip in the Kennedy River at Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park. Crocodile attacks are rare but not unheard of in Australia, with 17 non-fatal and eight fatal attacks recorded between 1985 and 2016.

via ABC News|
#australia#crime#crocodile