Shark Attack on Great Barrier Reef Results in Second Fatality in Australia This Month
A 39-year-old man has died following a shark attack at the Great Barrier Reef, marking the second fatal shark incident in Australia this month. The attack occurred near Kennedy Shoal, a shallow reef approximately 28 miles off the coast of Queensland. The man was quickly brought to shore and met by an ambulance but succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter. This incident follows the death of a 38-year-old man who was bitten off an island near Perth, Western Australia, on May 16. According to conservation groups, Australia experiences around 20 shark attacks annually, though most are not fatal. The recent attacks have raised concerns about safety in popular fishing and diving areas, especially as murky waters from heavy rains can attract sharks and reduce their visibility. 
