A recent report highlights the world's shark bite hotspots, revealing that Florida is the most dangerous location for swimming due to unprovoked shark attacks. Volusia County reported the highest number of incidents, with eight attacks last year. Despite this, 2024 experienced a notable decrease in shark activities, totaling only 47 unprovoked attacks globally—a significant drop from past years. While Australia also reported attacks, particularly in Western Australia and Queensland, the overall trend shows localized occurrences predominantly in a few areas, with the U.S. leading in unprovoked bites.
Florida is once again the most dangerous place to go for a swim, with half of the 28 unprovoked shark attacks in the US occurring off its coast.
Volusia County, Florida claimed the dubious title of shark attack capital of the world with eight recorded attacks last year.
The study shows that 2024 was a quiet year for shark activity with just 47 attacks - down 22 from 2023 and well below the 10-year average.
The US has consistently had the highest number of unprovoked bites of any country in the world, and 2024 was no exception.
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