<p>A man was hospitalised after sustaining “significant injuries” due to a shark attack while swimming on a beach in the California town of Del Mar, on Sunday (Jun 2) morning. The attack also prompted lifeguards to close beaches for swimming and surfing in the area.</p>

<h2><strong>What we know about the incident</strong></h2>

<p>The horrifying incident took place in the tiny coastal town of Del Mar when a 46-year-old man participating in a group swim was attacked by a shark and sustained “injuries that are significant but not believed to be life-threatening,” said town’s officials.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident, according to local media reports, took place at 9:00 am (local time) nearly 100 metres offshore from the Beach Safety Center, the town’s relatively new lifeguard headquarters on 17th Street.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The man, whose identity was not known, was part of a group of about a dozen ocean swimmers who regularly meet to train in Del Mar.</p>

<p>The attack prompted lifeguards to close a stretch of the beach for swimmers and surfers one mile (1.61 kilometres) north and south of the lifeguard headquarters. The closure will reportedly remain in effect till 9:00 am (local time) on Tuesday (Jun 4).&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>About the victim</strong></h2>

<p>The shark attacked the 46-year-old victim and bit an arm, a hand and his torso, said the town of Del Mar, in a statement. The man who has not been named was said to be an experienced ocean swimmer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident also took place under relatively normal conditions for early June with three-foot waves and a water temperature of about 17.8 degrees Celsius, reported NBC News citing data from the National Data Buoy Center information.</p>

<p>The type of shark involved in the attack on Sunday was not immediately clear.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“My understanding is that the patient is stable. He was in the OR last I heard, so we’re happy and feel fortunate that he’s doing well,” Del Mar Lifeguard chief Jon Edelbrock told Fox 5 San Diego.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I was shocked, honestly. This is the beach that I go to, I’m a local and this is the restaurant I frequent every Sunday for brunch,” beachgoer Marina Vassiliades told NBC 7.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Edelbrock told the local media outlet that this is a second shark attack in about a year and a half and called it “not a good day for ocean lovers.”<br />
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A man was hospitalised after sustaining “significant injuries” due to a shark attack while swimming on a beach in the California town of Del Mar, on Sunday (Jun 2) morning.

A man was hospitalised after sustaining “significant injuries” due to a shark attack while swimming on a beach in the California town of Del Mar, on Sunday (Jun 2) morning. The attack also prompted lifeguards to close beaches for swimming and surfing in the area. What we know about the incident The horrifying incident took place in the tiny coastal town of Del Mar when a 46-year-old man participating in a group swim was attacked by a shark and sustained “injuries that are significant but not believed to be life-threatening,” said town’s officials. The incident, according to local media reports, took place at 9:00 am (local time) nearly 100 metres offshore from the Beach Safety Center, the town’s relatively new lifeguard headquarters on 17th Street. Also Read | Masked maniac flashes vile ‘Kill Hostages Now’ sign at NYC Israel Day Parade The man, whose identity was not known, was part of a group of about a dozen ocean swimmers who regularly meet to train in Del Mar. The attack prompted lifeguards to close a stretch of the beach for swimmers and surfers one mile (1.61 kilometres) north and south of the lifeguard headquarters. The closure will reportedly remain in effect till 9:00 am (local time) on Tuesday (Jun 4). About the victim The shark attacked the 46-year-old victim and bit an arm, a hand and his torso, said the town of Del Mar, in a statement. The man who has not been named was said to be an experienced ocean swimmer. The incident also took place under relatively normal conditions for early June with three-foot waves and a water temperature of about 17.8 degrees Celsius, reported NBC News citing data from the National Data Buoy Center information. The type of shark involved in the attack on Sunday was not immediately clear. Also Read | New York couple finds safe with $100,000 cash while ‘magnet fishing’ “My understanding is that the patient is stable. He was in the OR last I heard, so we’re happy and feel fortunate that he’s doing well,” Del Mar Lifeguard chief Jon Edelbrock told Fox 5 San Diego. “I was shocked, honestly. This is the beach that I go to, I’m a local and this is the restaurant I frequent every Sunday for brunch,” beachgoer Marina Vassiliades told NBC 7. Edelbrock told the local media outlet that this is a second shark attack in about a year and a half and called it “not a good day for ocean lovers.” (With inputs from agencies)

Shark attack leaves man with ‘significant injuries,’ prompts closure of beach in California

<p>Globally there has been a surge in deadly shark attacks, shows new international research. These attacks were especially recorded in isolated areas. Last year (in 2023), globally, there were 10 fatal shark attacks — twice as many as the previous year. Shockingly, four fatalities were in Australia.</p>

<h2><strong>'Unprovoked' attacks</strong></h2>

<p>The data showed that compared to people swimming, surfers were slightly more at risk — accounting for 42 per cent of the 69 so-called "unprovoked" shark bites worldwide. This is higher than the five-year average of 63 attacks.</p>

<p>In 2023, 22 per cent or 15 of these unprovoked incidents occurred in the land down under. However, 40 per cent of them ended in death.</p>

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<p>Outside of Australia, two deadly shark attacks were recorded in the US. Furthermore, the Bahamas, Egypt, Mexico, and New Caledonia each recorded one fatality.</p>

<p>Reports of non-fatal shark bites came in from Costa Rica, Colombia, Brazil, New Seychelles, Turks and Caicos, Ecuador, South Africa, and the US.</p>

<p>According to researchers at the University of Florida’s International Shark Attack File, the study focused on bites which have occurred without human provocation and provides valuable insights into shark behaviour.</p>

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<p>Unprovoked bites, as per the Florida Museum of Natural History's website, are "incidents in which a bite on a live human occurs in the shark's natural habitat with no human provocation of the shark."</p>

<h2><strong>Provoked bites</strong></h2>

<p>As per the Guardian, another 22 attacks were recorded where spearfishing was a common activity. However, these were left out of the study after being considered 'provoked'.</p>

<p>As per the museum, provoked bites "occur when a human initiates interaction with a shark in some way."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gavin Naylor, director of shark research at the Florida Museum of Natural History, noted that while the number of bites aligned with long-term trends, the increase in fatalities was concerning.</p>

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<p>"This is within the range of the normal number of bites, though the fatalities are a bit unnerving this year," he said.</p>

<p>Three of the fatal attacks in 2023 happened off South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula, known for its high population of white sharks and seals, their main prey.</p>

<p>According to Naylor, seals’ agility means only those behaving erratically are caught, similar to surfers. A bull shark also claimed the life of a teenage girl in Western Australia’s Swan River.</p>

<p>Despite these incidents, the number of fatal attacks in Australian waters in 2023 remained below the decade’s peak in 2020.</p>

<p>Researchers noted that most attacks were "test bites," where sharks mistake people for prey. While sharks usually swim away after such incidents, unusual cases involving repeated or particularly harsh bites have proven fatal. In conclusion, the shark attack file noted that the "risk of being bitten by a shark remains extremely low."&nbsp;</p>

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Globally there has been a surge in deadly shark attacks, shows new international research. These attacks were especially recorded in isolated areas. Last year (in 2023), globally, there were 10 fatal shark attacks — twice as many as the previous year.

Globally there has been a surge in deadly shark attacks, shows new international research. These attacks were especially recorded in isolated areas. Last year (in 2023), globally, there were 10 fatal shark attacks — twice as many as the previous year. Shockingly, four fatalities were in Australia. 'Unprovoked' attacks The data showed that compared to people swimming, surfers were slightly more at risk — accounting for 42 per cent of the 69 so-called "unprovoked" shark bites worldwide. This is higher than the five-year average of 63 attacks. In 2023, 22 per cent or 15 of these unprovoked incidents occurred in the land down under. However, 40 per cent of them ended in death. Also read | Social media pushing youngsters towards more misogynistic content, finds study Outside of Australia, two deadly shark attacks were recorded in the US. Furthermore, the Bahamas, Egypt, Mexico, and New Caledonia each recorded one fatality. Reports of non-fatal shark bites came in from Costa Rica, Colombia, Brazil, New Seychelles, Turks and Caicos, Ecuador, South Africa, and the US. According to researchers at the University of Florida’s International Shark Attack File, the study focused on bites which have occurred without human provocation and provides valuable insights into shark behaviour. Our annual shark bite report for 2023 is now available online. There were a total of 69 recorded, consistent with recent trends, and an uptick in the number of fatalities. Full story and data: https://t.co/pg3uFDGNZJ Summary report: https://t.co/K18ueW3rAO pic.twitter.com/CdfRJxbmt7 — Florida Museum (@FloridaMuseum) February 5, 2024 × Unprovoked bites, as per the Florida Museum of Natural History's website, are "incidents in which a bite on a live human occurs in the shark's natural habitat with no human provocation of the shark." Provoked bites As per the Guardian, another 22 attacks were recorded where spearfishing was a common activity. However, these were left out of the study after being considered 'provoked'. As per the museum, provoked bites "occur when a human initiates interaction with a shark in some way." Gavin Naylor, director of shark research at the Florida Museum of Natural History, noted that while the number of bites aligned with long-term trends, the increase in fatalities was concerning. Also read | Hong Kong airport: Ground worker falls from truck, dies after being struck by plane "This is within the range of the normal number of bites, though the fatalities are a bit unnerving this year," he said. Three of the fatal attacks in 2023 happened off South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula, known for its high population of white sharks and seals, their main prey. According to Naylor, seals’ agility means only those behaving erratically are caught, similar to surfers. A bull shark also claimed the life of a teenage girl in Western Australia’s Swan River. Despite these incidents, the number of fatal attacks in Australian waters in 2023 remained below the decade’s peak in 2020. Researchers noted that most attacks were "test bites," where sharks mistake people for prey. While sharks usually swim away after such incidents, unusual cases involving repeated or particularly harsh bites have proven fatal. In conclusion, the shark attack file noted that the "risk of being bitten by a shark remains extremely low." (With inputs from agencies)

Shark attacks doubled in 2023, finds study

<p>An absolutely terrifying video surfaced online that shows a shark swimming casually around people on Florida’s Navarre Beach. In the 56-second clip, families can be seen enjoying at the American beach when a shark came near to the crowd by flapping its fins and tail near the shore. As soon as beachgoers noticed the shark, they run to seek shelter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The video was shared on Twitter by WCCB reporter Kaitlin Wright. It was originally uploaded by Cristy Cox, who told Pensacola Journal, “It all happened so fast! A dolphin was actually side by side with the shark at first and then just disappeared.”</p>

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<p>The video showed terrified men, women and children as they hurried out of water as soon as they caught sight of the shark. In the blink of an eye, a fun and frolic day at the beach turned into nothing short of a nightmare.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“The shark was just trying to feed as they are expected and just passed by swimmers. Everyone was stunned as it moved down the beach chasing the school of fish. We all just have to remember this is natural and we are in their home, so stay alert!” Cox further said.</p>

<p>Beach Safety Director Turnbill confirmed that a shark was indeed spotted. However, he mentioned that there was nothing to be concerned about. "There are sharks in the Gulf, everywhere. We see sharks almost every day and there's nothing to be alarmed of for 99.9% of the time," Turnbill said.</p>

<h2><strong>How the internet reacted to this narrow escape</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Several netizens commented how frequently sharks can be found around Navarre Pier and urged others not to swim too close. Others suggested that they should run quickly away from sharks.</p>

<p>A user wrote, "I might stand on the porch to watch a tornado but I'm not staying in the ocean to watch a shark."</p>

<p>Another user wrote, "Just looking for some prime human meat for lunch."</p>

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<p>"Swimming near a pier is always a hard no for me," the third user wrote</p>

<p>Recently, two swimmers were apparently attacked by a shark off the shores of Long Island on Tuesday, a day after two others reported being attacked while enjoying at popular New York beaches. Hours after the incidents were reported; officials said drones spotted some 50 sand sharks that morning near a popular beach park, according to local media reports.</p>

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An absolutely terrifying video surfaced online that shows a shark swimming casually around people on Florida’s Navarre Beach. In the 56-second clip, families can be seen enjoying at the American beach when a shark came near to the crowd by flapping its fins and tail near the shore.

An absolutely terrifying video surfaced online that shows a shark swimming casually around people on Florida’s Navarre Beach. In the 56-second clip, families can be seen enjoying at the American beach when a shark came near to the crowd by flapping its fins and tail near the shore. As soon as beachgoers noticed the shark, they run to seek shelter. The video was shared on Twitter by WCCB reporter Kaitlin Wright. It was originally uploaded by Cristy Cox, who told Pensacola Journal, “It all happened so fast! A dolphin was actually side by side with the shark at first and then just disappeared.” Also Read | Population collapse? Number of Japanese households with kids falls to historic low The video showed terrified men, women and children as they hurried out of water as soon as they caught sight of the shark. In the blink of an eye, a fun and frolic day at the beach turned into nothing short of a nightmare. A #shark was swimming very close to shore today in Navarre Beach, #Florida! 📷 Video by Cristy Cox pic.twitter.com/WWlmRH0m8E — Kaitlin Wright (@wxkaitlin) July 3, 2023 × “The shark was just trying to feed as they are expected and just passed by swimmers. Everyone was stunned as it moved down the beach chasing the school of fish. We all just have to remember this is natural and we are in their home, so stay alert!” Cox further said. Beach Safety Director Turnbill confirmed that a shark was indeed spotted. However, he mentioned that there was nothing to be concerned about. "There are sharks in the Gulf, everywhere. We see sharks almost every day and there's nothing to be alarmed of for 99.9% of the time," Turnbill said. How the internet reacted to this narrow escape Several netizens commented how frequently sharks can be found around Navarre Pier and urged others not to swim too close. Others suggested that they should run quickly away from sharks. A user wrote, "I might stand on the porch to watch a tornado but I'm not staying in the ocean to watch a shark." Another user wrote, "Just looking for some prime human meat for lunch." Also Read | US: 10-foot alligator fatally attacks woman, then ‘guards’ her dead body "Swimming near a pier is always a hard no for me," the third user wrote Recently, two swimmers were apparently attacked by a shark off the shores of Long Island on Tuesday, a day after two others reported being attacked while enjoying at popular New York beaches. Hours after the incidents were reported; officials said drones spotted some 50 sand sharks that morning near a popular beach park, according to local media reports. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Recently, the video of a kayak fisherman's harrowing encounter with a shark has surfaced online. The footage, captured by fisherman Scott Haraguchi's GoPro camera, showed how the giant fish attacked his kayak while he was sitting with his left foot swinging over the side.</p>

<p>In a conversation with local outlet KITV, Haraguchi said that he was fishing about a mile offshore from Kualoa in Windward Oahu and had just caught a fish when the incident occurred.</p>

<p>"I heard a whooshing sound that sounded like a boat heading towards me without the motor, and I looked up and I saw this big wide brown thing which my brain thought was a turtle, but then I got slammed by it and realised that it was a tiger shark," Haraguchi told the outlet.</p>

<p>He further added that he was able to kick the shark away from his kayak and did not sustain any injuries in the brief dramatic attack. He said that he did not realise the magnitude of what had happened until he got home safely and looked at the video. Despite the horrifying shark encounter, Haraguchi continued fishing.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>'Not sure of what prompted shark attack': Haraguchi</strong></h2>

<p>Haraguchi said that he wasn't sure of what prompted the shark to attack his kayak but shortly after the encounter, he spotted an injured seal. He said that he believes the fish may have mistaken the kayak for the wounded animal.</p>

<p>"I believe the shark may have wounded the seal, and was waiting for it to die, and came back and mistook me for the seal," he said.</p>

<p>He said he was thankful and counting his blessings that he wasn't hurt.</p>

<p>"I realize that life is short, time is short on Earth, so make the most of it," he told the outlet.</p>

<h2><strong>Shark attacks in Hawaii</strong></h2>

<p>As per the figures from Hawaii's Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR), so far, there have been four shark attacks off the coast of the island in 2023.</p>

<p>In the month of April, a 58-year-old man sustained severe injuries after he was attacked while surfing off the coast near the island's capital, Honolulu.&nbsp;</p>

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Recently, the video of a kayak fisherman's harrowing encounter with a shark has surfaced online. The footage, captured by fisherman Scott Haraguchi's GoPro camera, showed how the giant fish attacked his kayak while he was sitting with his left foot swinging over the side.

Recently, the video of a kayak fisherman's harrowing encounter with a shark has surfaced online. The footage, captured by fisherman Scott Haraguchi's GoPro camera, showed how the giant fish attacked his kayak while he was sitting with his left foot swinging over the side. In a conversation with local outlet KITV, Haraguchi said that he was fishing about a mile offshore from Kualoa in Windward Oahu and had just caught a fish when the incident occurred. "I heard a whooshing sound that sounded like a boat heading towards me without the motor, and I looked up and I saw this big wide brown thing which my brain thought was a turtle, but then I got slammed by it and realised that it was a tiger shark," Haraguchi told the outlet. He further added that he was able to kick the shark away from his kayak and did not sustain any injuries in the brief dramatic attack. He said that he did not realise the magnitude of what had happened until he got home safely and looked at the video. Despite the horrifying shark encounter, Haraguchi continued fishing. × 'Not sure of what prompted shark attack': Haraguchi Haraguchi said that he wasn't sure of what prompted the shark to attack his kayak but shortly after the encounter, he spotted an injured seal. He said that he believes the fish may have mistaken the kayak for the wounded animal. "I believe the shark may have wounded the seal, and was waiting for it to die, and came back and mistook me for the seal," he said. He said he was thankful and counting his blessings that he wasn't hurt. "I realize that life is short, time is short on Earth, so make the most of it," he told the outlet. Shark attacks in Hawaii As per the figures from Hawaii's Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR), so far, there have been four shark attacks off the coast of the island in 2023. In the month of April, a 58-year-old man sustained severe injuries after he was attacked while surfing off the coast near the island's capital, Honolulu. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>As the US battles shark attacks, new research has said the great white sharks may be changing colour while hunting their prey.</p>

<p>The study was conducted off the South African coastline after a scientist learned about a skin deformity called leucism among the great white sharks. The peculiar phenomena results in loss of pigmentation.</p>

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<p>The revelation raised questions as an experiment was conducted using a food decoy as the shark hit the bait using "photo ID" technique. Research&nbsp;was conducted in the lab by treating the shark skin with hormones.</p>

<p>Interestingly, results showed the shark's skin changed colour as it was treated with hormones. The skin turned darker with one hormone and lighter with another. Although it did not conclusively prove that the great white sharks change colour but the researchers pointed out that more research needs to be conducted.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Egypt closes Red Sea beaches after deadly Shark attacks</strong></p>

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<p>The US witnessed a sharp increase in shark attacks this summer. Experts say great whites move up the Atlantic coast of the United States every summer as their migration peaks in August to October. Authorities have moved to close beaches after sharks were sighted amid additional surveillance patrols with drones.</p>

<p>Tourist beaches on Long Island in the US have reported increased shark bites with experts concluding&nbsp;that tiger sharks, sand tiger sharks and bull sharks likely to be the culprits and not the great white sharks. At least 75 shark attacks are reported globally each year, according to a study.</p>

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As the US battles shark attacks, new research has said the great white sharks may be changing colour while hunting their prey. The study was conducted off the South African coastline after a scientist learned about a skin deformity called leucism among the great white sharks.

As the US battles shark attacks, new research has said the great white sharks may be changing colour while hunting their prey. The study was conducted off the South African coastline after a scientist learned about a skin deformity called leucism among the great white sharks. The peculiar phenomena results in loss of pigmentation. Also Read: Terrifying footage shows Great White Shark's fierce attack on the diver's cage The revelation raised questions as an experiment was conducted using a food decoy as the shark hit the bait using "photo ID" technique. Research was conducted in the lab by treating the shark skin with hormones. Interestingly, results showed the shark's skin changed colour as it was treated with hormones. The skin turned darker with one hormone and lighter with another. Although it did not conclusively prove that the great white sharks change colour but the researchers pointed out that more research needs to be conducted. Watch: Egypt closes Red Sea beaches after deadly Shark attacks The US witnessed a sharp increase in shark attacks this summer. Experts say great whites move up the Atlantic coast of the United States every summer as their migration peaks in August to October. Authorities have moved to close beaches after sharks were sighted amid additional surveillance patrols with drones. Tourist beaches on Long Island in the US have reported increased shark bites with experts concluding that tiger sharks, sand tiger sharks and bull sharks likely to be the culprits and not the great white sharks. At least 75 shark attacks are reported globally each year, according to a study. (With inputs from Agencies) Watch WION's LIVE TV here: ×

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