If a shark bites you, stay calm and take these steps:
- Fight back by striking the shark’s eyes, nose, and gills.
- Use any available weapon, such as a knife, to target sensitive areas.
- Exit the water as quickly as possible once the shark releases you.
- Apply pressure to wounds to stop bleeding.
- Seek medical attention immediately, even for seemingly minor injuries.
To reduce risk, swim in groups, avoid murky water and schools of fish, stay out of the water at dawn and dusk, avoid shiny jewelry, and calmly swim away if you see a shark.