Shark Attack Reported at Cocoa Beach, June 2023

On June 30, 2023, a 22-year-old man was bitten by a shark while swimming off Cocoa Beach, Florida. He sustained non-life-threatening injuries. This was the first confirmed shark attack there in 2023.

Safety Reminders for Ocean Swimmers

• Swim only in designated areas with lifeguards.
• Avoid murky water and dawn/dusk (peak shark activity).
• Remove shiny jewelry that may attract sharks.
• If a shark is sighted, exit calmly and quickly.

Shark encounters remain rare; following precautions further reduces risk.