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More beachgoers have been getting an unexpected shock this summer as jellyfish numbers bloom along the Delaware coast, ...
Jellyfish blooms are cyclical, and if conditions are right, an explosion can occur. When warm water meets the right current, ...
Marine stings: jellyfish and friends And finally, the unexpected seaside sting. Coastal waters can play host to a range of jellyfish, from the mildly irritating to the impressively painful.
While jellyfish stings are seldom life-threatening, they can be a very unpleasant experience. Stings can cause pain, swelling, and in rare cases, serious reactions like breathing trouble. Treat ...
Hundreds of jellyfish identified by the S.C. Department of Natural Resources as “Lion’s Mane Jellyfish” (Cyanea capillata) washed up on the North Myrtle Beach shoreline this weekend. According to S.C.
Malphurs said jellyfish have taken over the beach. Since Saturday, beach safety officials have recorded over 360 stings. She urges visitors to swim in front of a staffed lifeguard tower, so help ...
Marine stings: jellyfish and friends And finally, the unexpected seaside sting. Coastal waters can play host to a range of jellyfish, from the mildly irritating to the impressively painful.
Even jellyfish washed up on shore can sting, sometimes for days. If stung, rinse the area with seawater (not fresh water), or soak in warm water.