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Lifeguard bit by shark off Florida coast

By Olivia Hitchcock
Jan 13, 2017

A lifeguard was bit by a shark Friday morning at Jensen Beach in Florida, Martin County officials said.

The Martin County Ocean Rescue lifeguard was paddling when the shark — it is unclear what kind — bit his hand. The lifeguard sustained minor injuries from the bite, officials said.

Swimming is prohibited at the public beach at Jensen Beach until further notice.

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