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Volusia County Beach Safety: Boy, 11, bitten on foot by shark in waist-deep water in vicinity of Daytona-New Smyrna; treated on scene

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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - An 11-year-old Lake Wales boy was standing in waist deep water when he was bit on the foot by a shark Thursday afternoon, which was not seen, an official with Volusia County Beach Safety said Thursday night.

Beach Safety: Dozen rescues on Friday the 13th with 'large Spring Break crowds' in Daytona

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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Volusia County Beach Safety flew the red flag on Friday the 13th - rescuing 12 swimmers without incident with Spring Breakers soaking up the sun and surf, according to Volusia County beach safety officials.

When it comes to having fun, Florida 2nd to California; among U.S. cities, only Las Vegas ranks ahead of Orlando

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ORLANDO, Fla. -- A new study says Florida is the nation’s second most fun state behind only California. And in terms of cities, Les Vegas is tops followed by Orlando.