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Beaches: Venomous Portuguese man o' war returns to Atlantic coast

Portuguese man o' war jellyfish have reappeared on Atlantic beaches this summer.

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Their stings, extremely painful, can lead to drowning or cardiac arrest.

Health authorities are reminding the public of safety measures in case of contact.

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La présence accrue de ces espèces dangereuses pose un défi pour la sécurité des baigneurs et les services de secours, dans un contexte de réchauffement des eaux.

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