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White shark attacks surfer at Marina State Beach
Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 29 August, 2007 : - - Marina State Beach, Monterey, Ca -- On August 28, 2007 Todd Endres, 24, was attacked by a large white shark while surfing with 8 - 10 other surfers off Marina State Beach near Moss Landing in Monterey Bay. The attack occurred about 11 AM according to Loren Rex a California State Parks spokesman.
To witnesses it appeared as though the shark pulled the surfer under the water with the initial strike. The shark then grabbed Endres a second time before releasing him and swimming away. The victim was observed striking the shark several times during the attack. The shark was estimated to be 20 feet in length.
Endres was airlifted by helicopter to Santa Clara Valley Medical Center where he underwent emergency surgery. Although in serious condition he is expected to recover. Marina State Beach is about 35 miles South of Santa Cruz and is a favorite location for surfing. Officials have closed all beaches from Monterey State Beach to Moss Landing, a 15-mile stretch, and are prohibiting anyone from entering the water until Friday.
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