A 61-year-old surfer was critically injured on Friday after a shark attack off Waiehu Beach Park in Maui, Hawaii, resulting in the complete severing of his leg below the knee, according to authorities.
The incident occurred in the morning as the man was surfing near the beach. Responding officers arrived promptly and applied tourniquets to control the bleeding. Maui County confirmed in a statement that the surfer’s right leg had been “completely severed just below the knee.”
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Despite the severity of his injuries, the man remained alert while receiving initial treatment on shore. Emergency responders transported him to Maui Memorial Medical Center, where he is currently in critical condition.
Local officials have not released further information on the species of shark involved or any updates on the surfer’s condition as of Saturday morning. The attack has prompted renewed caution for beachgoers and surfers in the area.
Key Points:
- Shark Attack Incident: A 61-year-old surfer in Maui was attacked by a shark while surfing near Waiehu Beach Park on Friday morning, resulting in severe injuries.
- Injury Details: The shark bite completely severed the man’s right leg just below the knee, according to Maui County officials.
- Immediate Response: Police officers arriving at the scene administered tourniquets to control the bleeding and stabilize the surfer before he was transported to a hospital.
- Surfer’s Condition: The man was alert during initial treatment on shore but was later taken to Maui Memorial Medical Center, where he remains in critical condition.
- Ongoing Investigation: Authorities have not yet identified the species of shark involved, and officials have issued cautionary advice for beachgoers and surfers in the area.
