Leah Lendel
Leah Lendel is a nine-year-old girl who recently made headlines after surviving a shark attack while snorkeling with her family in Boca Grande, Florida. The incident, which took place on June 11, required Leah to be rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery due to severe injuries to her arm. Despite the traumatic experience, her family expressed gratitude for her survival, acknowledging the lengthy physical and emotional recovery that lies ahead for Leah. To help cover her medical expenses, the family has set up a GoFundMe page for support.
Born on Jun 11, 2014 (11 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United States | 1 | 7.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 102,319 | $21,000,000 | 6,491$ |
| Totals | 1 | 331,002,651 | 102,319 | $21,000,000 | 6,491$ |
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United States:
Leah Lendel was rushed by helicopter to Tampa General Hospital, where she underwent a successful surgery involving artery grafts, bone reconstruction and nerve repair to save her hand.
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United Kingdom:
Leah Lendel was a nine-year-old girl who was attacked and badly injured by a shark.
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United States:
9-year-old Leah Lendel was bitten by a shark in the waters off Florida's Gulf Coast on June 11, 2025.
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Croatia:
Leah Lendel was nearly lost her arm after being bitten by a shark while swimming near the coast of Florida.
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Ecuador:
Leah Lendel, a nine-year-old girl, was attacked by a shark while swimming in Florida.
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Costa Rica:
Leah Lendel was a nine-year-old girl who survived a shark attack while on a family outing.
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