Woman attacked by shark Kurrajong Campground

Kurrajong Campground in Australia.Credit : Dominic Ruefenacht/Explore Parks WA/Facebook

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A woman is recovering from injuries sustained in a shark attack near Kurrajong Campground in Exmouth, Australia
According to local reports, the incident involving a shark around five feet long occurred on Saturday, March 14
The shark attack comes less than a week after a man encountered a Great White Shark off the coast of Exmouth

A woman is recovering from injuries sustained in a shark attack in Australia.

The woman was bitten by a shark near Kurrajong Campground in Cape Range National Park, Exmouth, at around 10:15 a.m. local time on Saturday, March 14, according to Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Pilbara.

The shark’s species is unknown, but it is believed to have been around five feet long, the radio station reported, citing the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD).

The woman, who has not been publicly identified at this time, suffered minor injuries in the attack.

Amazing sea view from the air at Exmouth.

Sea view from the air at Exmouth, Australia (stock image).Getty

The public has been advised to stay cautious in the area and report any shark sightings, the West Australian reported.

Kurrajong Campground is a popular campsite where visitors can enjoy a variety of water activities including swimming, snorkeling and fishing, as well as other activities such as rock climbing, camping and caving.

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) said that some marine animals located in the area “may bite, sting or have sharp pines” and has warned park visitors to “take heed of any warning signs and tread carefully when going into the water,” according to its website.

“In Western Australia we are lucky to have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, but recent shark activity has created some concern,” said the DBCA. “Sometimes beaches are temporarily closed if a potentially dangerous shark has been sighted or an incident has occurred, but the risk of shark attack remains.”

Great White Shark Underwater right

Great White Shark (stock image).Getty

The latest attack comes just days after electrician Dave Daniell was attacked by a nine feet long Great White Shark off the coast of Exmouth, according to the West Australian.

Daniell fell into the water while boarding off Graveyards and Hunters beach, then the shark “came flying in” and bit his board.

“I managed to get my leg out of the way as it bit down … I clung to the board as it took a bite and then I managed to try get back up to my feet again,” he said, per the West Australian. “It all happened pretty quick, and as I was getting to my feet again … and it actually knocked me back in, on top of the shark.”

PEOPLE has contacted the Kurrajong Campground and DPIRD for comment.