The Facts Behind Shark Attacks in Hawaii

This morning, just after 6:00 a.m., a 54-year-old-surfer was bitten by what was believed to be a 6-8 foot sand or tiger shark at Kalama Beach Park in South Maui. The man had been surfing in the "Kalama Bowls" area of the beach park.

According to the Honolulu Star Bulletin, the man was bitten on the upper right thigh and the lower part of his right ankle. He was taken to Maui Memorial Medical Center, but was released by mid- morning.

While shark attacks make headlines in the news, they remain a rare occurrence. We suggest that you read these three brief articles to learn the truth about Hawaii's sharks, shark attacks in Hawaii and how to avoid being bitten by a shark.

• The Facts Behind Shark Attacks in Hawaii
  
  
• How To Reduce the Risk of Shark Attack and Injury
  
  
• Facts About Hawaii's Sharks