In Australia, a shark attacked and killed a 17-year-old girl while she was swimming. This is the third fatal shark attack in Australia in just over five weeks. The girl was swimming off the coast of Bribie Island when the shark bit her, causing serious injuries. Unfortunately, she did not survive. This is not the first shark attack in Australia this year. Just a few weeks earlier, a 28-year-old surfer was attacked by a shark in South Australia. There have been more shark attacks in South Australia in the past two years than usual, with several being fatal. In this latest attack, witnesses reported that the police tried to help the girl but were unable to save her. Shark sightings are common in the area, with over 1,200 shark attacks in Australia since 1791, and more than 250 of them being fatal. The most serious bites usually come from white sharks, bull sharks, and tiger sharks. It is important to be cautious when swimming in areas where sharks are known to be present. Authorities are investigating the recent attacks to better understand how to prevent such tragedies in the future. Stay safe in the water and always be aware of your surroundings to avoid dangerous situations.