All articles tagged with #shark attack
Originally Published 4 days ago — by NBC News
A 56-year-old woman from Minnesota, Arlene Lillis, died after a shark attack at Dorsch Beach in the U.S. Virgin Islands, where she lost her arm and later succumbed to her injuries. The incident prompted condolences from local officials and gratitude for the quick response of bystanders and first responders.
Originally Published 4 days ago — by CBS News
Erica Fox, a 55-year-old swimmer and co-founder of the Kelp Krawlers, died from a shark attack while swimming off Lovers Point in Pacific Grove, California, with her death ruled an accident after a thorough search and investigation.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by BBC
A man named Chris Murray survived a shark attack during a 20-mile swim across the Catalina Channel, where a juvenile great white shark bit his hand and foot, but he managed to fend it off and was rescued, leaving him with severe injuries but no lasting fear of open water.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
Erica Fox, a well-known open-water swimmer in California, was believed to have been killed by a shark off Lovers Point in Monterey Bay. Despite extensive search efforts, her body was recovered six days later, highlighting the rare but real danger of shark encounters in the area. Fox was remembered as a passionate ocean lover and athlete, with her death prompting memorials and ongoing discussions about ocean safety.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by The Guardian
The body of triathlete Erica Fox was found on a California beach nearly a week after she went missing during a swim, with reports suggesting she was killed by a shark, highlighting the rare but real danger of shark encounters in the region.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
A search for 55-year-old Erica Fox, who went missing while swimming off Lovers Point in Monterey Bay, California, has been suspended after witnesses reported seeing a shark with a body in its mouth, suggesting a possible attack. The search lasted nearly eight hours but was halted pending further developments, and nearby beaches remain closed.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by ABC News
A 55-year-old woman is missing after a possible shark attack at Lovers Point in Pacific Grove, California, with a search ongoing involving boats and helicopters, and beaches closed through Tuesday.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by ABC30 Fresno
A search is ongoing for a 55-year-old woman missing after a possible shark attack off the coast of Pacific Grove, California, leading to beach closures and rescue efforts by the Coast Guard and local authorities.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Marine biologist Mauricio Hoyos was bitten on the head by a Galapagos shark during research in Costa Rica but survived with minimal injuries, and he hopes to encounter the shark again to continue his conservation work, emphasizing the importance of sharks in ocean ecosystems.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
A Mexican marine biologist, Mauricio Hoyos, was seriously injured in a shark attack while working off Costa Rica's Cocos Island, a renowned shark habitat, but was rescued and transported to hospital in stable condition. The incident, involving a large shark during a scientific expedition, is considered extremely rare and highlights the risks faced by researchers in marine environments.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
A 57-year-old surfer was killed by a great white shark off a popular beach in northern Sydney, marking the first fatal attack in the area since 2022. Authorities responded with increased surveillance, deploying drumlines, drones, and patrols, and issued beach closures. The incident highlights the ongoing presence of sharks in NSW waters and the risks associated with ocean activities.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
A rare and deadly shark attack off Sydney's Long Reef Beach resulted in the death of a man, prompting a shark hunt and beach closures, with authorities analyzing the incident and increasing safety measures during peak shark season.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
A 57-year-old experienced surfer was killed by a suspected large shark off Sydney's Long Reef beach, marking a rare fatal attack in the area. The incident led to beach closures and ongoing investigations to identify the shark species involved. Shark attacks in Australia are infrequent, with most species not aggressive towards humans, but attacks by great whites, bull sharks, and tiger sharks can be serious.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by ABC News
A man was killed in a shark attack at Long Reef Beach in Sydney, Australia, prompting the closure of the beach and nearby areas as authorities investigate the incident and examine recovered surfboard pieces for clues about the shark involved.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Explorersweb »
A fatal shark attack off Hadera Beach, Israel, was likely caused by tourists feeding sharks and the presence of a GoPro, which may have attracted the sharks' attention. Researchers suggest that human interaction and feeding behaviors have altered shark behavior, increasing the risk of attacks, and recommend banning artificial feeding and spearfishing to improve safety.