A surfer's leg was found on the shore of New South Wales after being attacked by a great white shark.

According to recent reports, a surfer by the name of Kai McKenzie, aged 23, was attacked by a great white shark yesterday morning while surfing at North Shore Beach in Port Macquarie. The attack resulted in his right leg being completely severed from his body and washing up on the beach. Thanks to the quick actions of an off-duty police officer, who came to his aid upon seeing him on the shore, the leg was placed on ice and rushed to the hospital for potential reattachment.

After being initially taken to Macquarie base hospital, McKenzie was then transferred to John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle via a 200km journey. Doctors are now faced with the task of assessing whether the leg can in fact be successfully reattached. This is a delicate process that requires careful consideration and expertise.

The incident was witnessed by an off-duty police officer who happened to be walking his dog in the area at the time. He immediately rushed to the surfer's side and used his dog's leash as a makeshift tourniquet to stop the bleeding on what was left of his leg. It's amazing how quickly and resourcefully people can act in times of crisis.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) confirmed that the shark responsible for the attack was a three-metre-long great white. This is a sobering reminder of the dangers that lurk in the ocean, even in seemingly calm and familiar waters.

In addition to this incident, there have been other recent reports of marine life causing harm to humans, such as a whale calf that had to be euthanised after stranding on K'gari and a destructive clash between a whale and a boat. These serve as a reminder to always be cautious and respectful of the ocean and its inhabitants.

Our thoughts are with Kai McKenzie and his loved ones during this difficult time. We can only hope for the best and trust that the medical professionals will do everything in their power to help him recover. Let's all take a moment to appreciate the bravery and quick thinking of those who came to his aid, and continue to raise awareness about ocean safety.

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