Shark Attacks Snorkeler in Kihei

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Maui County officials have closed the beach from Kamaole III to Waipualani Park after a snorkeler was attacked by a shark, size and type unknown, this morning.

The 61-year-old man suffered multiple cuts to his lower left leg and thigh.

The area is expected to remain closed until sunset then reevaluated tomorrow morning.

Read the Maui County press release here.

Photo courtesy USFWS Headquarters.

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