Episode 61

Death By Coconut

Coconuts falling from their tree and striking individuals cause serious injury to the back, neck, shoulders and head. They can potentially be fatal. Following a 1984 study on "Injuries Due to Falling Coconuts", exaggerated claims spread concerning the number of deaths by falling coconuts. Falling coconuts, according to urban legend, kill a few people a year. This legend gained momentum after the 2002 work of a noted expert on shark attacks was characterized as saying that falling coconuts kill 150 people each year worldwide.This statistic has often been contrasted with the number of shark-caused deaths per year, which is around five. Instagram: https://instagram.com/outoftheblank_podcast?igshid=7gdmv7pey9ch