Sydney shark attack survivor awake, alert and ‘remembers the whole event in detail’, brother says
Summary
A woman attacked by a shark at Coogee beach in Sydney is no longer in critical condition and remembers the event well, her brother said. She remains in hospital recovering from surgeries, including an arm amputation, and faces a long rehabilitation ahead. Several Sydney beaches have been closed after several great white shark sightings, which are linked to the sharks following migrating salmon.Key Facts
- Leah Stewart, 34, was attacked by a shark at Coogee beach in Sydney and lost one arm.
- She is awake, alert, and remembers the attack in detail, according to her brother.
- Leah’s remaining arm has severe damage and will need further surgery and rehab.
- Sydney beaches like Bondi, Tamarama, Bronte, Clovelly, and Maroubra were closed due to great white shark sightings.
- Shark activity has increased because great white sharks are feeding on large groups of Australian salmon near the shore.
- Juvenile sharks tend to stay closer to the coast during this time of year and are more likely to interact with humans.
- Experts say shark sightings at this time of year are normal as sharks follow their prey during migration.
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