When Sharks Attack

2013
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Season 6 episodes (6)

1 Four Strike Summer
7/20/20
The North Carolina coastline is one of the country's most popular tourist destinations, thanks to its warm waters and powder white sands. But during 2019 the state's beaches were rocked by a terrifying series of events - four shark attacks in less than two months. Desperate to restore harmony to this vacation paradise, experts hunt for clues that could reveal the cause of these tragic events.
2 Tropical Terror
7/21/20
The Big Island of Hawaii is one the country's most popular tourist destinations, thanks to its turquoise waters and warm, inviting sands. But between 2013 and 2015, the island's beaches are rocked by a terrifying series of events – nine brutal shark attacks. The harrowing incidents leave locals and vacationers in shock, with many people wondering if its safe to go into the water.
3 10 Minutes of Terror
7/23/20
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is a wildly popular tourist destination for millions of Americans. But few of them realize they're sharing these sandy shores with an unwelcomed guest: sharks. June 14, 2012, is a day few beachgoers will ever forget. In the span of just 10 minutes, 4 swimmers fall prey to shark bites.
4 Red Terror
7/23/20
In December 2010, sharks turn the tropic resort of Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, into a predator's killing zone with five attacks in less than a week, one fatal. Attacks were virtually unheard of there, leaving experts baffled. From accusations of foreign powers sending killer robot sharks to attack tourists to a bizarre sighting of dead sheep washing up on shore - no stone is left unturned.
5 Blood in the Water
7/24/20
The Bahamas welcomes tourists from all over the world. They come to see beautiful coral, explore the exotic marine life, and enjoy the peaceful waters. But in the summer of 2019, the island nation was rocked by chaos. Three beachgoers are attacked by sharks, one fatally. Locals and vacationers alike are left reeling - why did the beaches of the Bahamas become so deadly? And will they ever be safe?
6 Cape Terror
7/27/20
South Africa's magnificent Western Cape is famous for its wide sandy beaches, sunny climate and powerful surf. But in the last decade alone there have been 27 shark attacks, including 11 fatalities and two amputations. And the numbers keep growing. Why is

About this show

From America's coastline to exotic beaches around the world, the number of reported shark attacks has increased in the last half century. Many of the attacks are popping up in new and surprising locations. National Geographic investigates these attacks to see what is affecting some of nature's most feared fish.

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