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Amrita
Since 11 May 2009
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arkay

Since 06 Jun 2008
192 Posts
Manzo/Hillsburrito
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Thu Feb 04, 10 8:31 am |
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yeah just saw this on google news. Youch.
I like tip #4...
REDUCING RISK OF SHARK ATTACKS
Always stay in groups; sharks are more likely to attack a lone person.
Do not wander too far from shore -- this isolates an individual and additionally places one far away from assistance.
Avoid being in the water during darkness or twilight hours when sharks are most active and have a competitive sensory advantage.
Do not enter the water if bleeding or if menstruating -- a shark’s olfactory ability is acute, and sharks are attracted to blood.
Do not wear shiny jewelry because the reflected light resembles the sheen of fish scales.
Use extra caution when waters are murky and avoid uneven tanning and bright-colored clothing -- sharks see contrast particularly well.
Refrain from excess splashing, and do not allow pets in the water because of their erratic movements |
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shred_da_gorge
Since 12 Nov 2008
1346 Posts
Da Hood & Da Wood
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Thu Feb 04, 10 11:52 am |
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arkay wrote: | I like tip #4... |
Years ago I knocked out my front teeth on a windsurfing boom when I hit a kelp bed on a bottom turn in Santa Cruz. That was the first thing that came to mind.
My condolences to Stephen's family, rest in peace brother. |
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