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USA Today
12-08-2025
- USA Today
'He grabbed my knee': Fisherman recalls being attacked by shark
Editor's note: This story contains graphic images that may be disturbing to some viewers. A fisherman is recovering after being attacked by a shark in the Florida panhandle, according to the survivor and local officials. The incident took place on Aug. 2 in waters off the northwest city of Pensacola. Naval Air Station Pensacola responded to the rescue, Escambia County Fire Rescue confirmed to USA TODAY. "It was just after noon," Chance Armand told USA TODAY, as he recalled his attack involving an 8-foot-long shark while spearfishing about 20 miles offshore of Pensacola Pass. "He grabbed my knee then let go and grabbed the fish off of my shaft. It 100% was going for the fish I had shot." Armand, 28, of Milton, said after the shark bit him, his friends pulled him into a boat and applied a tourniquet to his leg before Santa Rosa EMS transported him to a hospital to be treated for the injury. "Spicy Bull shark decided he wanted my fish too on my way up from a dive today," Armand posted on Facebook after the incident. "Couldn't have asked for better people to help me out in the moment. Love what we do but definitely a reminder to soak up every moment with your family and friends because a routine day can be your last." United States shark attacks: See which states had them so far in 2025 How many shark attacks have been reported in Florida this year? In addition to Armand's incident, as of Tuesday, Aug. 12, there had been seven other reported shark attacks in The Sunshine State. According to the most recent reported attack took place on July 22 about 660 miles southeast in Hollywood. About 3 p.m. that day, a Canadian tourist was injured and hospitalized after a shark bit him. The man was in chest-deep water with a friend when a fish jumped over his head and a shark immediately attacked him, Hollywood Fire Rescue and Beach Safety reported. How many people die from shark attacks every year? According to data from the International Shark Attack File (ISAF), run by the Florida Museum of Natural History, the world averages 65 documented shark attacks annually. On average, six fatal attacks are reported each year, data shows. Last year, 47 people were bitten in unprovoked attacks. Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealund.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Yahoo
Fairhope High School student arrested, accused of selling drugs
FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Fairhope High School student has been arrested after police received a tip he was selling drugs. Escambia County Fire Rescue responds to fifth house fire at same location According to a Fairhope Police Department Facebook post, officers received an anonymous tip that a student at the school was selling drugs. K-9 Lucca was brought in and detected drugs in the student's car in the school parking lot, the post said. When the student returned to his car, officers found MDMA, a drug known as ecstasy when it's in tablet form or molly when it's in crystal form, assorted pills, marijuana and two ski masks in the student's backpack, according to the post. The discovery led officers to get a search warrant for the student's home in Loxley where they found three handguns, 132 assorted pills, more marijuana, hallucinogenic mushrooms and $1,200 in cash, the post said. According to the post, Carter Vezina, 18, was arrested and is accused of six counts of possession of a controlled substance, possession of a forged instrument, nine counts of illegal possession of prescription pills, possession of paraphernalia and possession of marijuana. Overwhelming coyote problem in Daphne leaves residents concerned More charges are pending, according to FPD's post. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Escambia County Fire Rescue responds to fifth house fire at same location
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Escambia County Fire Rescue responded to a house fire Monday, making it the fifth structure fire at that location since April 2024, has learned. Big crowds for 'Sand in My Boots' festival continue this weekend According to an ECFR news release, the home in the 1100 block of North Green Street was fully engulfed in flames when firefighter crews arrived at about 2:48 a.m. Crews put the fire out by 3:50 a.m., with help from the Pensacola Fire Department. According to the release, ECFR has responded to five structure fires and several outside fires at that location, including the one today. In August 2024, the same home was left uninhabitable because of fire, according to a ECFR Facebook Post. Kiyo's owner shares heartbreak after learning Australian Shepherd was abused, found dead in Loxley The post said an investigation was conducted, but firefighters could not find a cause and said the fire was 'considered suspicious.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Fire destroys Escambia County, Florida home
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Escambia County Fire Rescue officials said a dryer is to blame for a Wednesday morning house fire. Escambia County, Fla., Fire Rescue responded to a house fire Wednesday. (Courtesy of Escambia County Fire Rescue) Thomasville crash kills 2, injures 4, police chief says According to an Escambia County Fire Rescue Facebook post, several units were called out at about 3:39 a.m. to a home in the 10 block of Merritt Street. When firefighters arrived, they saw heavy smoke and flames coming out of the attic of a single-story house, the post said. The home's attic. (Courtesy of Escambia County Fire Rescue) A burned room of the house The laundry room, where the fire began. According to the post, ECFR extinguished the fire by 4:14 a.m. No one was hurt. Most of the home had moderate damage, with significant damage in the attic, and the home will need extensive repairs before the homeowners can return, the post said. An investigation determined the fire started in the dryer in the laundry room, and quickly spread to the attic, the post said. Formerly missing Albertville 13-year-old found under blanket in vehicle during Arizona traffic stop Florida Power and Light provided assistance, and the American Red Cross has assisted the homeowners with temporary housing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WKRG News 5.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
2 dogs die in Escambia County house fire Tuesday morning: ECFR
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) – A family is without two of their pets and their home after an early morning fire Tuesday, according to the Escambia County Fire Rescue. Crowds take to Pensacola's Irish pubs to celebrate St. Patrick's Day At 5:47 a.m. on Tuesday morning, March 18, firefighters were called out to a fire at a single-story residence on 6800 block of McNeil Street. Heavy flames and smoke were visible upon arrival from the front right side of the house, according to the ECFR. The firefighters battled the flames, and the fire was contained by 6:30 a.m. Two dogs died in the fire while a third dog was saved. The house sustained significant damage and is a total loss. ECFR officials investigated and concluded that the fire was caused by a candle that fell on the floor. Mobile County Commission to hold public hearing on Alabama Bar & Lounge The fire allegedly started after a candle fell on the floor. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
