Located along the stunning coast of South Florida, Fort Lauderdale Beach is a beautiful destination known for its clear blue waters and soft sandy shores.
This popular beach spot is home to a variety of marine life, including sharks that can occasionally be spotted in the ocean.
While sightings are rare, lifeguards are always on duty to monitor the waters and ensure the safety of beach goers.
It's important to be aware of the natural presence of sharks in the area and follow safety guidelines, such as avoiding swimming during dusk or dawn when they may be more active.
Despite the occasional shark sightings, Fort Lauderdale Beach offers a serene and picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature and the wonders of the Atlantic Ocean.
Understanding our data at Fort Lauderdale Beach
In our comprehensive overview of fort lauderdale beach, the data presented in this article is compiled from a variety of public sources, providing a consolidated view of shark encounters by beach.
As you explore the data, it is important to note that while we have organized the information by specific beaches, neighboring beaches may also have their own detailed posts.
We encourage you to utilize the search function on our website to discover unique posts that may pertain to nearby locations.
Given the unpredictable and often chaotic circumstances surrounding shark attacks, some of the details within our tables have been inferred post-incident.
This is a common practice in the documentation of such events, due to factors like the rapid response required at the scene and the retrospective nature of assembling such data.
Our aim is to offer a resource that not only informs but also enhances awareness and safety practices for all who venture into the marine environment.
As you navigate through the information, we hope it serves as a reminder of the respect and caution that our florida beaches command.
Recorded Attack #1
Area
Florida
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County
Date
2021-03-25
Year
2021
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Swimming
Name
J.J. Sousa
Sex
M
Age
7.0
Injury
Lacerations To Right Hand
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #2
Area
Florida
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County
Date
2019-08-21
Year
2019
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Wading
Name
Christian Mariani
Sex
M
Age
11.0
Injury
Foot Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
09H00
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #3
Area
Florida
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County
Date
2007-09-03
Year
2007
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Swimming
Name
Dominco Iaciofano
Sex
M
Age
58
Injury
3 Laceration To Left Forearm
Fatal
N
Time
09H45
Species
Possibly A Spinner Shark
Recorded Attack #4
Area
Florida
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County
Date
1968-04-29
Year
1968
Type
Invalid
Country
Usa
Activity
Wading
Name
Frank Carrell
Sex
M
Age
63
Injury
Foot Severely Injured
Fatal
Unknown
Time
14H00
Species
Shark Involvement Not Confirmed
Recorded Attack #5
Area
Florida
Location
Fort Lauderdale
Date
2005-02-13
Year
2005
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Hand Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
1.8 M [6'] Caribbean Reef Shark
Recorded Attack #6
Area
Florida
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County
Date
2003-07-01
Year
2003
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Mark Marks
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Laceration To Toe
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
8' Great Hammerhead Shark
Recorded Attack #7
Area
Florida
Location
Ft. Lauderdale, Broward County
Date
1966-06-11
Year
1966
Type
Provoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Fishing
Name
Burton Chamberlin
Sex
M
Age
18.0
Injury
Hand & Forearm Bitten By Hooked Shark Provoked Incident
Fatal
N
Time
09H00
Species
1.2 M [4'] Hammerhead Shark
Recorded Attack #8
Area
Florida
Location
Fort Lauderdale
Date
2015-06-05
Year
2015
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Attempting To Rescue A Shark
Name
Female
Sex
F
Age
17
Injury
Puncture Wound To Finger
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
Small Nurse Shark
Recorded Attack #9
Area
Florida
Location
Fort Lauderdale
Date
2014-06-01
Year
2014
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Swimming
Name
Jessica Vaughn
Sex
F
Age
22
Injury
Laceration To Right Lower Leg
Fatal
N
Time
13H30
Species
Bull Shark
Recorded Attack #10
Area
Florida
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County
Date
1997-12-25
Year
1997
Type
Invalid
Country
Usa
Activity
N/A
Name
Gerd Olofsson
Sex
F
Age
29
Injury
Ankle Bitten, But Shark Involvement Unconfirmed
Fatal
Unknown
Time
N/A
Species
Shark Involvement Not Confirmed
Recorded Attack #11
Area
Florida
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County
Date
1964-03-05
Year
1964
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Usa
Activity
Skin Diving
Name
James R. Duryea
Sex
M
Age
38.0
Injury
Minor Injury, Abdomen Abraded When He Collided With The Shark
Fatal
N
Time
16H00
Species
1.7 M [5.5'] Shark
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