Swimmer Hospitalized After Shark Bite Off Boca Grande Key
A swimmer was bitten by a shark on the leg off Boca Grande Key in the Florida Keys on Sunday evening and was subsequently rescued.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, August 24, 2026 —
A swimmer sustained a leg injury after being bitten by a shark on Sunday evening. The incident occurred off the coast of Boca Grande Key in the Florida Keys.
Emergency services responded to the scene and the swimmer was rescued following the attack.
The specific circumstances surrounding the bite, including the size and species of the shark, were not immediately available. Further details regarding the swimmer’s condition post-rescue were also not provided.
Boca Grande Key is a small, uninhabited island located within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, known for its marine wildlife and recreational activities.
Shark bites, while rare, do occur in Florida waters. Officials often advise caution and awareness when swimming or engaging in water sports in areas frequented by sharks.
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