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Shark Attack Survivor Wakes Up, Says 'I Love You'
24 Jun
Summary
- Woman emerged from coma after shark attack surgery.
- She first spoke to family, saying 'I love you'.
- Online fundraiser nears $500,000 for her recovery.
A woman, 35, has emerged from an induced coma following a severe shark attack at Sydney's Coogee Beach on June 13. After multiple surgeries, including an arm amputation, doctors were able to reduce her sedation, allowing her to speak.
Her first words were "I love you" to her mother and partner, and she immediately asked about her daughter. This recovery is considered a miracle by her family, offering hope despite her continued critical care.
An online fundraiser supporting her recovery has rapidly grown, raising nearly $500,000 from more than 7000 donors. In a separate event, 1000 swimmers participated in a fundraiser at Coogee, looking for blue gropers, a favorite of the shark attack survivor.
Meanwhile, another shark attack survivor, Andre de Ruyter, who lost a leg five months ago, has re-entered the water on a surfboard. Sydney beaches continue to see shark alarms due to frequent sightings, prompting discussions about further shark mitigation efforts possibly funded by a new $1.1 billion contingencies fund.
