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Beach closes after shark bite

Shark attack
Posted at 8:27 PM, Dec 31, 2012
and last updated 2012-12-31 15:33:00-05

JENSEN BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- A central Florida beach has been closed following reports of a shark bite.

Officials say a swimmer was bit on the lower leg or ankle Monday afternoon at Jensen Beach. The bite was minor and not considered life-threatening.

Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers reports that lifeguards flew double red flags, meaning no swimming.

Officials say they will evaluate beach conditions later this week to determine if they'll re-open.