Maui Beach Activity Dipped Slightly After Shark Attack

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From The Maui News:

In the weeks following the shark attack on 20-year-old Jana Lutteropp, who died at Maui Memorial Medical Center a week after a shark bit off her right arm on Aug. 14, ocean activity and beach use did see a slight dip, but is now “back to normal,” according to local businesses and residents. Read More.

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