Warning to Aussies About Deadly Beach Danger Everywhere Right Now
Swimmers in Australia are being warned about dangerous jellyfish stings as stinger season peaks, with multiple incidents reported recently.
Queensland, Australia, Jellyfish, Stinger Season, Box Jellyfish
Noosa Heads: Swimmers need to be super careful right now. Reports are coming in about nasty jellyfish stings as stinger season is in full swing. Just this week, two young swimmers got stung in Queensland, and it sounds pretty painful.
One little girl was stung on her arms and stomach while playing near a kids’ playground at Noosa Heads. Her mom mentioned that the stingers are “everywhere right now.” It’s not just Noosa, though; beaches in New South Wales, like Bronte and Maroubra, are also seeing these stingers.
Up in the Whitsundays, a 14-year-old girl got stung by a box jellyfish. Thankfully, her friends acted fast and splashed vinegar on her sting, which likely saved her life. Her mom shared online how quick the sting happened—she was only in the water for a minute!
Jellyfish are around all year, but the risk really spikes from November to May. Box jellyfish are especially dangerous because their venom can be deadly in just a few minutes. Recently, at Forrest Beach in Queensland, lifeguards caught six of these deadly creatures in one day!
They’re warning everyone to stick to the stinger nets when swimming. If someone does get stung, it’s crucial to stay calm and call for help right away. Flood the sting area with vinegar and carefully remove any tentacles, but don’t touch them directly.
Box jellyfish are no joke—they’ve caused over 70 deaths in Australia, including a tragic case last year. So, if you’re hitting the beach, keep your eyes peeled and stay safe!