NewsShark attacks cast shadow over Egypt's red Sea resorts

Shark attacks cast shadow over Egypt's red Sea resorts

In the Marsa Alam resort in Egypt, a tragic shark attack occurred, resulting in the death of one tourist and the injury of another, reported Reuters, citing the Egyptian Environment Ministry.

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At the Marsa Alam resort, located on the Red Sea in southeastern Egypt, a tragic shark attack took place. As reported by Reuters, one tourist died, and another was injured. The nationalities of those involved have not been disclosed.

Shark attacks in Egypt

The Egyptian Environment Ministry confirmed the incident, marking it as another in a series of shark attacks in the Red Sea region. In 2023, a Russian died in a similar attack, and in 2022, two women lost their lives near the Hurghada resort.

Previous years have also witnessed tragic events. In 2020, a Ukrainian boy lost an arm, and an Egyptian guide lost a leg. In 2018, a shark killed a Czech tourist at a beach on the Red Sea.

The series of shark attacks in Egypt raises concerns about the safety of tourists visiting this popular region. Local authorities are taking measures to enhance beach safety, but such incidents still occur.

The Egyptian Environment Ministry regularly monitors the situation and implements precautions to minimize the risk of further attacks. Tourists are also informed of potential threats and safety recommendations for swimming in the sea.

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