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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jasmine Fernández

Shark attack off California leaves surfer, 39, with injuries to both legs and forces beach closure

A 39-year-old man is recovering in the hospital after being bitten by a shark while surfing off the California coast this week.

The incident occurred at approximately 5 p.m. near Big River Beach in Mendocino Headlands State Park. According to California State Parks officials, the surfer sustained injuries to both legs during the encounter.

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