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July 19, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Shark bites teen surfer in New Smyrna Beach in Florida
The 18-year-old was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities say he was bitten on the foot. This is the fourth shark bite in New Smyrna Beach this year.
July 19, 2025 at 2:46 PM
July 19, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Shark bites teen surfing in Florida
Officials say an 18-year-old is being treated for injuries after he was bitten by a shark while surfing near New Smyrna Beach, Florida.
July 19, 2025 at 12:15 AM
July 18, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Rare great white sharks spotted in Maine
Two great white sharks have been spotted in the same area north of Portland prompting local officials to alert swimmers to be extremely careful in the water.
July 18, 2025 at 2:16 PM
July 16, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Fans from across the world celebrate 'Jaws' 50th anniversary on Martha's Vineyard
As the first summer blockbuster, “Jaws,” marks a major milestone, superfans come together on the island in Massachusetts where the legend came to life to pay tribute to the classic film.
July 16, 2025 at 8:46 AM
July 10, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Senate calls for new shark alert system
The Senate-passed Lulu’s Law would allow authorities to send out cell phone alerts when there’s been a shark attack.
July 10, 2025 at 3:29 PM
July 10, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Close encounter with Great White shark caught on camera
A Great White was seen slicing through the water by paddleboarders off the coast of Cape Cod.
July 10, 2025 at 1:48 PM
July 8, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Surfer recalls shark attack: 'It felt like a bear trap'
Matt Bender, 40, detailed a shark attack he experienced at New Smyrna Beach in Florida, where he was surfing.
July 8, 2025 at 2:51 PM
July 8, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Surfer speaks out after shark bite in Florida
Matt Bender, 40, recounts the chilling details after being bitten by a shark while surfing in the waters of New Smyrna Beach on Sunday.
July 8, 2025 at 1:07 PM
July 6, 2025 at 1:30 AM
America Strong: Life after a shark attack!
JJ Reeder Jr. survived a bull shark bite at 11 years old while vacationing in Florida, and today he is adapting, thriving and inspiring back in the ocean that took so much from him 3 years later.
July 6, 2025 at 1:30 AM
July 5, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Inside the science and circumstances behind shark attacks in Florida
A new National Geographic series, "Investigation Shark Attack," takes a closer look at one alarming spate of encounters off the shores of Florida.
July 5, 2025 at 3:10 PM
July 5, 2025 at 3:06 PM
New York beach officials on alert after shark sightings
Two sharks were spotted at Rockaway Beach, forcing the closure to swimmers for a time.
July 5, 2025 at 3:06 PM
July 4, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Expert answers questions about shark attacks
The new NatGeo series "Investigation Shark Attack" looks at the phenomena and Florida-based marine biologist Dr. Mike Heithaus is live on “GMA” sharing the latest on shark attacks in the U.S.
July 4, 2025 at 4:52 PM
July 3, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Video appears to show shark chasing boy in waters of Australian beach
Terrifying video appears to show a shark chasing a teenage boy in the waters of a beach in Australia after he was bitten multiple times.
July 3, 2025 at 12:01 AM
July 2, 2025 at 3:25 PM
New safety measures following suspected shark attack at New York beach
Long Island officials are escalating safety measures for beachgoers following last week’s suspected shark bite at Jones Beach State Park.
July 2, 2025 at 3:25 PM
July 1, 2025 at 12:36 PM
This simple advice from the ‘Shark Whisperer’ could save your life
Shark conservationist Ocean Ramsey says she wants to prove to the world that sharks aren’t monsters.
July 1, 2025 at 12:36 PM
June 28, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Suspected shark encounter at popular New York beach
The apparent bite comes just a week before millions of us head to the beach for the upcoming holiday weekend.
June 28, 2025 at 2:02 PM
June 28, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Shark "most likely" bit woman at New York's Jones Beach, officials say
Officials said the woman, who was waist deep in the water, was “most likely” bitten by a sand tiger shark. It marks the first suspected shark bite in the New York City area since 2023.
June 28, 2025 at 2:04 AM
1 month ago
Shark attack on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina marks second in one week
Just days after a shark attack on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina, first responders rushed to help a second person that was bit by a shark on the same beach.
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2 shark attacks reported in same town in 1 week
A second shark bite has been reported at Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, within one week, local officials said.
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Sharks attack popular vacation spots as summer beach season kicks off
ABC News' Morgan Norwood is at New York City's Rockaway Beach with what to know about staying safe in the water.
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How 'Jaws' impacted public perception of sharks
The notion that sharks are some "mindless killer" that was going to kill anyone who swims in the water or on a boat is inaccurate to the nature of the predator, according to experts.
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9-year-old girl speaks out after shark attack
Leah Lendel was airlifted to Tampa General Hospital for emergency surgery after she was bitten on the hand by a shark near Boca Grande, Florida.
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9 year-old girl speaks out after harrowing shark attack
Doctors reattached her hand, using blood vessels from her leg to help restore blood flow.
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9-year-old recounts moment she was bitten by shark
A 9-year-old girl who was bitten by a shark in Florida is speaking out about the terrifying moment she was attacked.
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9-year-old girl recounts moment she was attacked by shark
A 9-year-old girl who was bitten by a shark in Florida is speaking out about the terrifying moment she was attacked.
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How ‘Jaws’ changed movies, beach visits
An upcoming National Geographic documentary takes viewers behind the scenes of “Jaws” and looks at the movie’s cultural legacy on its 50th anniversary.
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Woman airlifted to hospital after shark bite off South Carolina coast
A female patient is recovering after an apparent shark bite off Hilton Head. This is just the latest incident as shark sightings soar this summer.
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9-year-old girl attacked by shark, hand was 'mostly torn off'
A 9-year-old girl was attacked by a shark while snorkeling off the Florida Gulf Coast, with the animal nearly biting her entire hand off, her family said.
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9-year-old girl hospitalized in Florida shark attack
The victim went underwater to snorkel when the incident happened in the waters off Boca Grande, Florida, according to family.
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50 years later, people are still afraid of sharks due to 'Jaws,' experts say
"Jaws" which celebrates the 50th anniversary of its release later this month.
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Surfer describes close encounter with shark
Jens Heller was riding the waves in Northern California when a 10-foot shark went for his board, leaving bite marks behind. Heller eventually managed to make it back to shore unharmed.
2 months ago
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Sharks in the shallows
As summer fast approaches, there have been several reported incidents regarding close encounters with sharks. ABC News' Eva Pilgrim provides the latest update.
2 months ago
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Swimmer injured in possible shark attack off North Carolina beach, authorities say
The Sunset Beach Fire Department said it received the emergency call around 11:05 a.m., reporting a swimmer who sustained a leg injury off Sunset Beach.
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Early shark sightings as summer kicks off
The apex predator has been spotted off the coast of Montauk and the first great white shark sighting of the season was recently confirmed off Nantucket.
2 months ago
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Diver's heart-stopping moment as shark attacks camera
A diver captured the terrifying moment sharks attacked a camera his friend was holding while they traversed a reef in Australia’s Coral Sea.
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5 months ago
Florida women recount terrifying shark attack in Bahamas
Rileigh Decker, 20, and Summer Layman, 24, were swimming in Bimini Bay when they were bitten on Friday. They were airlifted for medical treatment and Decker has undergone several surgeries.
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2 friends injured in shark attack in the Bahamas speak out
Rileigh Decker and Summer Layman had jumped off their friend's boat in Bimini Bay together on Friday and were swimming back when the attack occurred.
5 months ago
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2 American women attacked by shark in Bahamas
Rileigh Decker, 20, and Summer Lyman, 24, were airlifted to hospitals in Florida after they were attacked by a predator while swimming in Bimini Bay.
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2 Americans injured in suspected shark attack in the Bahamas: Police
The two female tourists were swimming in Bimini Bay on Friday around 6:30 p.m. when they were injured in a suspected shark attack, police said.
5 months ago
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Shark attack leaves 2 American women injured in Bahamas
Two American tourists were swimming in popular resort area Bimini Bay when they were bitten Friday. They were airlifted for medical treatment, with one sustaining serious injuries, authorities said.
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Florida surfer survives 2nd shark
Cole Taschman was bitten by a shark on both feet. He has undergone two surgeries and received 93 stitches. He was previously bitten in 2013.
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10 months ago
American swimmer wins silver in Paralympics 1 year after losing leg in shark attack
Ali Truwit's leg was amputated on her 23rd birthday as a result of the attack.
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1 year ago
Athlete went from losing her leg from shark attack to the Paralympics
Ali Truwit is making history by competing in the para swimming in the 2024 Paris games just one year after she lost her leg.
1 year ago
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15-year-old American loses her leg in Belize shark attack
An American teenager has lost a leg to a shark attack while vacationing in Central America.
1 year ago
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Shark caught on camera near popular East Coast beach
A shark was seen swimming dangerously close to shore in Cape May Point, New Jersey, sending beachgoers running for the sand.
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Swimmer bit by shark at Burkes Beach on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina
A swimmer is recovering after a shark bit him on the foot while wading chest-deep. He was able to get himself out of the water, but needed nine stitches to close the wounds.
1 year ago
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Tiger shark swims within meters of paddleboarder
Drone footage captured the moment a woman paddleboarding off the coast of Australia found herself within meters of a tiger shark, with the predator casually minding its own business.
1 year ago
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New report shows spike in baby sharks along Gulf
Professor Philip Matich and a team of marine ecologists at Texas A&M said the world is seeing a baby shark boom, particularly among bull sharks, in states like Texas and Alabama.
1 year ago
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14-year-old bitten by shark in Florida, the fourth incident in a month
A 14-year-old boy was bitten by a shark Wednesday in Daytona Beach, Florida, local authorities said.
1 year ago
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14-year-old boy bitten by shark while at junior lifeguard camp
A 14-year-old boy was bitten on the leg by a shark while at a junior lifeguard camp in Florida.
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