Australian surfer leg washes up

Kai McKenzie, a 23-year-old surfer, was attacked by a great white shark while surfing near Port Macquarie, New South Wales, resulting in a severed leg that later washed ashore. After the attack, he managed to paddle back to shore where an off-duty police officer used his dog's leash as a tourniquet to control the bleeding, saving McKenzie's life. He was airlifted to John Hunter Hospital, where doctors are assessing options for possible reattachment of the severed limb. Support for McKenzie has surged, with a GoFundMe page raising over A$75,000 to assist with his medical expenses and rehabilitation. Authorities confirmed that this incident marks the third shark attack in Australia this month, highlighting ongoing concerns about shark interactions in the region. While shark attacks are not uncommon in Australia, fatalities remain rare, with timely assistance being critical in such cases.