Silver Springs Man Survives Shark Attack in the Florida Keys

A Florida Keys fishing trip turned into a fight for survival when a Silver Springs angler was bitten by a shark in shallow water. After emergency surgery, he’s now home and beginning a long road to recovery... read more Editorial Staff Aug 31st, 2026
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Silver Springs Man Survives Shark Attack in the Florida Keys

A Florida Keys fishing trip turned into a fight for survival when a Silver Springs angler was bitten by a shark in shallow water. After emergency surgery, he’s now home and beginning a long road to recovery.Aug 31st, 2026

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