Posted: 22:12, 22 June 2022 | Updated: 22:27, 22 June 2022
A surfer was on the wrong side of a shark attack in California, suffering “serious injuries to his stomach and leg” on Wednesday morning.
The man, who remains unknown at the time, was bitten at Lovers Point Beach in Monterrey Bay, California, an hour and a half drive south of San Francisco.
He was rushed to Natividad Medical Center – the nearest hospital on the beach, although it is 23 miles off the coast. The attack took place around 11 in the morning
It remains unclear whether the man was attacked while doing some kind of marine activity or if the shark attacked while swimming.
Jenny McAdams, a Pacific Grove city council member, shared a statement on Facebook: “The surfer’s condition is unknown at this time. “After the attack, the shark was seen again in the area.”
“The beach is closed, with everyone coming out of the water. “I will share updates as soon as they become available,” he added.
A shark attack took place at Lovers Point Beach in Monterrey Bay, California, with the victim being rushed to hospital after suffering serious injuries to his stomach and leg.
Lovers Point Beach (photo) will remain closed for the next 48 hours as the investigation into the attack remains ongoing.
The area’s beaches will remain closed for the next 48 hours, according to the Monterey Herald.
Ronda Navarrole, who witnessed the attack, told CBS KION-TV that the shark was visible from above the water, but could not identify what type it was.
A press release will be issued later today, as more updates are expected.
As of June 22, there have been 10 shark attack bites in the US this year, according to Tracking Sharks.
Almost everything happened in Florida, except one that took place in California.
None of them were considered caused and no deaths have been reported in relation to the number of shark attacks this year.
If a person encounters a shark in the water, then it is recommended to stay still and not swim away from it.
If the shark launches an attack, then it is recommended to hit it as hard as one can in the nose due to its sensitivity. In most cases, it will chase the shark away.
If the shark is just circling around someone without immediate threat, then it is advisable to stay still and observe until it swims away.
