Australia, Shark attack
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Beware of the world’s shark attack hotspots — including one US destination topping the ranks
Just when you thought it was safe to go back into US waters. A recent survey by tide forecasting site Tideschart found that the Home Of The Brave leads the world when it comes to shark attacks, boasting nearly twice as many as runner-up Australia — and over four times as many as third-place holder South Africa.
Lukas Schindler, 26, and his girlfriend Livia Muhlheim, 25, were attacked while swimming in New South Wales, Australia
Lukas Schindler, 26, and Livia Mühlheim, 25 were swimming together north of Sydney, Australia when they were attacked
Harrowing details have emerged that a heroic backpacker tried to fight off a shark and drag her to shore, in an attempt to save his partner who was fatally mauled on Thursday morning.
Lulu Gribbin, a teen from Alabama, is known around the country for surviving a shark attack. She has spent every day since then proving her resilience and using her story to advocate for others.