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Direct Lightning Fatality at Fort Myers Beach Leaves Three Injured
local6 days ago

Direct Lightning Fatality at Fort Myers Beach Leaves Three Injured

A man was killed by a direct lightning strike at Fort Myers Beach while four people were in the Gulf; one victim died at the scene and three others were transported to a hospital with injuries. Bystanders and first responders performed CPR and used an AED before help arrived. The deceased was identified as 51-year-old Viktar Kiryk.A. The fire district and authorities urged people to seek shelter during storms and remain vigilant about weather conditions.

via WINK News - Southwest Florida|
#beach-safety#emergency-response#florida
The Venomous Beauty of Cone Snails: Harpoons, Toxins, and the Danger of Collecting Shells
science1 month ago

The Venomous Beauty of Cone Snails: Harpoons, Toxins, and the Danger of Collecting Shells

Cone snails are a diverse group of venomous sea snails that hunt with a harpoon-like tooth that injects neurotoxins, quickly paralyzing prey and sometimes causing death in humans; their striking shells attract collectors, but even empty shells can injure due to residual venom, so people are advised to avoid handling them and to photograph instead, with some areas even restricting shell removal.

via BBC Wildlife Magazine|
#beach-safety#cone-snails#marine-life
WA safety probe opened after resort gear rental linked to family drift at sea
local5 months ago

WA safety probe opened after resort gear rental linked to family drift at sea

WorkSafe WA has begun initial enquiries into the hotel that supplied a kayak and inflatable paddleboards to the Appelbee family, who were swept offshore at Geographe Bay. Thirteen-year-old Austin swam four hours to raise the alarm as his mother and siblings were rescued about 14km offshore. The Club Wyndham Resort says guests can use resort equipment on a complimentary basis and is conducting a safety review, while AMSA also said it was investigating. Experts warn inflatable watercraft can be hazardous and offshore winds can push calm water into dangerous conditions.

via The Guardian|
#beach-safety#inflatable-paddleboards#kayak-rental
Rising Flesh-Eating Bacteria Cases and Deaths Along the Gulf Coast
health11 months ago

Rising Flesh-Eating Bacteria Cases and Deaths Along the Gulf Coast

Cases of the potentially deadly flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus are above average along the Gulf Coast in 2025, likely due to warm water temperatures, with increased risks for those with wounds or consuming raw seafood. Health officials advise avoiding water with cuts and being cautious with seafood, especially oysters, to prevent infection.

via The Weather Channel|
#beach-safety#flesh-eating-bacteria#gulf-coast
How to Handle Stinging Sea Lice in SC Oceans This Summer
health1 year ago

How to Handle Stinging Sea Lice in SC Oceans This Summer

Sea lice, tiny parasitic creatures found in South Carolina's saltwater beaches, can cause itchy, stinging rashes when they come into contact with skin, especially during the summer months. To prevent irritation, swimmers should promptly rinse off and remove contaminated clothing, and treat symptoms with cold compresses, topical creams, or antihistamines. If severe reactions occur, medical attention is advised.

via Myrtle Beach Sun News|
#beach-safety#health#ocean-itch
Beachgoers Warned of Flesh-Eating Bacteria After Amputations in Louisiana
health1 year ago

Beachgoers Warned of Flesh-Eating Bacteria After Amputations in Louisiana

A rising threat along U.S. beaches, Vibrio vulnificus is a flesh-eating bacteria that can cause severe infections and amputations, especially in warm waters, with cases increasing due to climate change and rising ocean temperatures. Victims often suffer rapid tissue destruction, and the CDC reports rising infection trends, emphasizing the need for caution among beachgoers and seafood consumers.

via Daily Mail|
#beach-safety#climate-change#flesh-eating-bacteria
"Shark Attack Survivor Fights Back and Rescued on Southern California Beach"
local-news2 years ago

"Shark Attack Survivor Fights Back and Rescued on Southern California Beach"

Three swimmers rescued a 46-year-old man named Caleb who was attacked by a shark at Del Mar's 17th Street Beach in Southern California. Caleb sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and is recovering in the hospital. The rescuers described the terrifying ordeal and their quick actions to save him. Experts are investigating the type of shark involved in the attack, which has led to beach closures. Shark attacks in the area are rare, and the incident may have been due to the shark mistaking the swimmer for prey in murky waters.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#beach-safety#local-news#rescue
Shark Attack in Southern California Leaves Swimmer Injured, Beaches Closed
local-news2 years ago

Shark Attack in Southern California Leaves Swimmer Injured, Beaches Closed

A shark attack near the 17th Street lifeguard tower in Del Mar, California, left a swimmer hospitalized, prompting an investigation to identify the shark species involved. The victim was rescued by fellow swimmers and is currently recovering. The Shark Lab at California State University, Long Beach, is analyzing DNA samples to determine the type of shark. Despite the incident, experts emphasize that such attacks are rare and that sharks and humans are learning to coexist. The beach is expected to reopen if no further shark sightings occur.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#beach-safety#california#del-mar