‘Colour blind’ flags now introduced Where do you find the most jellyfish?

IT is a well­known fact that Spanish beaches are some of the most popular in Europe, but it’s also a fact that as the water temperature rises, so do the occurrence of jellyfish. It must be said that the jellyfish around Spain’s coast beaches of Spain are not really dangerous, but it’s good to know where to expect them and what to do if stung, wrote a news source on Thursday, July 6.

Despite some beaches having a higher presence of jellyfish, this does not mean these areas should be avoided. The sensible advice is just to be careful and be informed of the conditions.

The report reveals the Spanish beaches with the highest number of sightings are in Andalucia, specifically in Huelva and Cadiz. Others include Bajadilla beach and Guainos Bajos beach in Almeria. Getares beach in Cadiz and the beaches of La Rada, Malaga and Calahonda in Granada.

Eastern Spain too was highlighted, Muchavista beach, Alicante;

Venecia beach, Gandia; Casetas beaches, Barcelona and Cala Fuster, Mallorca.

If you do get stung, it is important to first remove the tentacles if they have stuck to your skin. Never scratch or rub them, because more toxins can be released. They are best removed with tweezers, a card, or any flat, rigid object. Never touch them with your hands.

The next step is to wash the area with seawater, but do not rub, simply rinse the area. Never use fresh water as it could make matters worse!

They also took the decision not to place litter bins on the beaches.

Bathers will throw their rubbish into a container when they leave the beach.

This is to avoid bathers having to lie next to smelly litter bins and also to avoid seagulls picking up waste from these bins and scattering it on the beach.

Apply cold or heat to the affected area to relieve the pain. Both options can help reduce inflammation and itching.

Apply appropriate solutions to the sting area. One method is to apply baking soda mixed with seawater for five minutes. It will help prevent residual tentacle poisoning. If the pain persists, it is recommended that medical attention is sought.