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Reporter Describes 'Red Wave' During Manly Shark Attack
20 Jan
Summary
- Surfer attacked by shark at Manly Beach, leaving a trail of blood.
- Reporter Max White heard screams about a surfer 'bleeding out'.
- Multiple shark encounters occurred across Sydney beaches recently.
A harrowing shark attack at Manly Beach on Monday evening saw a surfer hospitalized with critical leg injuries. Reporter Max White recounted hearing frantic screams from tourists about a man 'bleeding out' in the water, with waves visibly turning red.
White had planned to surf but was warned off by friends due to recent shark activity. Approximately 20 minutes later, the attack on Andre de Ruyter, 27, occurred. Other surfers paddled de Ruyter back to shore, where a tourniquet was applied before emergency services arrived.
This incident was the third shark attack in Sydney within 48 hours. A 12-year-old boy suffered severe leg injuries at Nielsen Park on Sunday, and an 11-year-old had his surfboard bitten at Dee Why on Monday. A fourth attack occurred at Point Plomer on Tuesday.
Authorities have cautioned against swimming in murky waters, citing recent heavy rainfall as a contributing factor to increased shark activity in Sydney Harbour and surrounding areas. Smart drumlines have also been hampered by rough seas.
