US EditionMan bitten by shark at popular swimming spot
- A 66-year-old man was bitten by a shark near Port Noarlunga jetty, Adelaide's outer south, on Thursday at 9:45 a.m.
- The recent shark bite comes amid a rise in attacks in South Australia, which has coincided with a major algae bloom that is thought to be affecting marine behavior and encouraging sharks to venture nearer to the coast.
- Emergency services quickly treated the man at the scene before evacuating swimmers and transporting him to Flinders Medical Centre in serious, yet stable, condition.
- Authorities reported nearby swimmers were removed as the SAPOL helicopter searched for the shark, and Surf Life Saving SA is considering enhanced surveillance with tracking and cameras.
- This incident highlights ongoing risks for beachgoers at popular swimming spots like Port Noarlunga and underscores efforts to improve shark monitoring and public safety.
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