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Surfer Survives Shark Attack, Leg Recovered
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Kai McKenzie, 23, managed to fend off a three-meter great white shark at North Shore beach, close to Port Macquarie. His leg was amputated but later found on the shore, where locals kept it preserved with ice. An off-duty police officer played a crucial role in saving McKenzie's life by using a makeshift tourniquet made from his dog's leash. McKenzie, who is a sponsored surfer, is currently recuperating in a serious but stable condition at John Hunter hospital.
A GoFundMe campaign has successfully raised over $40,000 to support his recovery efforts. North Shore beach, which can only be reached via a dirt road, has had recent reports of shark sightings. A tagged great white shark was also detected near Sawtell, close to Coffs Harbour. BiteMetrix has reported an increase in shark activity in the area.
In a similar incident last year, another surfer, Toby Begg, survived a shark attack at Lighthouse Beach, thanks to the quick actions of an off-duty doctor.
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| Objectivity | 6 | Comprehensive reporting with in-depth analysis. |
| Social Impact | 4 | Strong social discussion, influencing some public opinion. |
| Credibility | 5 | Solid evidence from authoritative sources. |
| Potential | 3 | Some potential, but requires a series of unlikely conditions. |
| Practicality | 4 | Highly practical, directly applicable to real problems. |
| Entertainment Value | 4 | Highly entertaining, arousing audience interest. |