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Officials advise safety as jellyfish near Florida Panhandle beaches

Niceville.comSeptember 8, 20242 Mins Read
A jellyfish floats in the Gulf of Mexico.
A jellyfish floats in the Gulf of Mexico. (Tyler Jones, UF/IFAS)

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. — Purple flags are flying as reports of jellyfish near the shore have prompted officials to issue safety advisories along the Florida Panhandle.

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The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) and UF Health are sharing tips after Thursday’s sightings led to warnings about dangerous marine life near Panama City Beach.

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Chantille Weber, the UF/IFAS Bay County coastal resources coordinator, said beachgoers should always exercise caution when entering or exiting the water.

“Wearing thin layers, such as a rash guard or wetsuit, can help minimize direct contact with jellyfish tentacles,” said Ms Weber.

According to UF Health, if stung by a jellyfish, take the following steps:

  1. Rinse the area with salt water to loosen and release stinging cells
  2. Rinse again with vinegar to neutralize the remaining venom. Avoid using freshwater, which may worsen the sting
  3. Use a credit card edge or a gloved hand to gently scrape off any visible tentacles
  4. Apply hot water or a heat pack to the affected area to relieve pain. If heat is unavailable, use a cold pack for temporary relief

UF Health urges immediate medical attention if symptoms such as significant pain, redness, or difficulty breathing occur.

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