OC Shark Sightings & Attacks 2023
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Woman killed in shark attack near Mexican beach town while putting 5-year-old on play platform – Orange County Register
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Great white decapitates diver in first fatal shark attack of 2023: report
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A rise in reported shark attacks has beachgoers and officials concerned. Here's what to know. - CBS News
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Great white shark spotted off Sea Ise City, NJ near Townsend's Inlet: 'Look at this monster!' - 6abc Philadelphia
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12-year-old girl details rare shark bite at Maryland beach
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Recent shark attacks are worrying beach-goers -- is it safe to go in the water?
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Danger in the water: Fatal attacks, bites from sharks rose in 2023. Surfers bitten the most.
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Are Shark Attacks Increasing? Here Are What the Data Say
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Shark Attack At Your NJ Beach: How Likely Is That To Happen?