Teen bitten by shark in New Smyrna Beach
A 13-year-old boy was bit by a shark this afternoon in New Smyrna Beach, but only suffered gashes on his ankle.
Volusia Beach Patrol Capt. Scott Petersohn said the boy, who weighs about 150 pounds, was wading in thigh-deep water when he felt something grab his leg.
The shark took a bite and then fled. Petersohn said he did not know what kind of shark it was or how big it was because it disappeared.
I posted this article from the Orlando Sentinel as a reminder to those of YOU who live here in Florida and those of YOU that will visit here this spring. We are "THE SHARK BITE CAPITAL OF THE EARTH". That's right. Most of our attacks are non-fatal, however, they do cause damage.
This time of year is really bad because of migrations of bait fish and newborn sharks chasing them into the shallow water where we are. Most bites are mistakes. So, if YOU are going to be in the ocean here, be observant and know what is going on around YOU at all times. Or, YOU could be fish food!
Sea Life Rules,
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