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9-Year-Old Girl Severely Hurt in Shark Attack in South Florida
- A 9-year-old child was seriously hurt in a suspected shark attack near Boca Grande, Florida, on Wednesday afternoon and was transported by air to a hospital in Tampa for treatment.
- The incident took place in the water close to Shore Lane's 2200 block while the girl was swimming, and although no shark was observed, officials described the injuries as consistent with a shark bite.
- A good Samaritan pulled the girl from the water, noting her hand was missing, while responders arrived around noon and transported her by helicopter.
- The chief of Boca Grande's fire department noted that shark bites in the area are uncommon, with only three incidents occurring sporadically over time, while Florida experienced 14 unprovoked shark bites in 2024.
- Officials have advised swimmers to stay cautious as shark activity increases during the summer months, while the young girl remains stable and is expected to undergo a lengthy recovery process.
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