Man bitten by shark on boat off Co Waterford coast
A man is recovering in hospital after being bitten by a shark off the coast of Co Waterford.
Sebastian Achim, a fisherman, is recuperating in a hospital after being bitten by a shark while out fishing off the coast of County Waterford. The incident occurred on a small boat south of Ardmore at 4.15pm yesterday. Achim was aiming to catch sharks when one of the creatures lunged at him, grabbing his calf and causing significant damage that required special medical services.
Despite the terrifying experience, Achim remains calm and optimistic about his recovery. The Irish Coast Guard, along with the Ballycotton RNLI and Youghal RNLI, responded to the incident and airlifted Achim to Cork University Hospital. They praised the efficient multi-agency response, ensuring the man received prompt medical attention.
Ballycotton RNLI's Coxswain, Eolan Walsh, expressed surprise at being called to such an attack, noting it was his first in over 30 years of volunteering.
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