There's usually a difference in trends between worldwide and Hawaii shark attack reports.
For example, 2000 was a bad year worldwide, but it was a good year for Hawaii.
We've always tried to reduce the number of people getting bit by sharks through education and awareness. We try to get our safety tips out through our Web site and in publications.
In a lot of cases like this, you can't be sure.
People should always as much as possible stay close to where they can get help. But that's not in the nature of people.
