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Great white shark pulls lifeguard underwater at popular family beach destination on the East Coast
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· August 14, 2026
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Key points Further information about the incident can be found through FOX 26 Houston, which reported on the event. Details of the incident are limited, but it is known to have taken place at a family-friendly beach destination on the East Coast.
A lifeguard was pulled underwater by a great white shark near a popular beach in Maine. The incident occurred over the weekend, according to local officials.
The lifeguard is currently recovering from the encounter. Details of the incident are limited, but it is known to have taken place at a family-friendly beach destination on the East Coast.
Further information about the incident can be found through FOX 26 Houston , which reported on the event.
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Published: August 14, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston ·
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