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Former Associated Press and Gannett newspaper reporter. Current freelancer. Foodie. Travel lover. Disney freak.

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Man attacked by shark in Florida says he's alive because of bystanders

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By Michelle Spitzer Verified
| Yahoo Verified
Man attacked by shark in Florida says he's alive because of bystanders Michelle Spitzer, USA TODAY NETWORK Updated Mon, August 31, 2026 at 3:26 PM EDT Man attacked by shark in Florida says he's alive because of bystanders A man recovering from a shark bite while fishing in Key West said he's alive because of nearby boaters who jumped in and helped right away, according to reports. Dave Daniel, 43, was in shallow water on a sandbar Aug.
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Father of four fatally struck by lightning while on jet ski in Florida

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By Michelle Spitzer Verified
| Panama City News Herald Verified
A Utah man visiting Florida was fatally struck by lightning while on a jet ski. This was the third deadly lightning strike in Florida in less than a week. Florida leads the nation in lightning fatalities, with 100 reported from 2006 through 2025. A married father of four visiting Florida was fatally struck by lightning while on a jet ski, authorities said. Steve Matheson was struck while on the jet ski in waters south off St. Petersburg about 6:30 p.m. on Aug.
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Father of four fatally struck by lightning while on jet ski in Florida Original

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By Michelle Spitzer Verified
| Sarasota Herald-Tribune Verified
A Utah man visiting Florida was fatally struck by lightning while on a jet ski. This was the third deadly lightning strike in Florida in less than a week. Florida leads the nation in lightning fatalities, with 100 reported from 2006 through 2025. A married father of four visiting Florida was fatally struck by lightning while on a jet ski, authorities said. Steve Matheson was struck while on the jet ski in waters south off St. Petersburg about 6:30 p.m. on Aug.
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