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Gironde on alert after Portuguese man o' war stings on its beaches

Several beaches on the Aquitaine coast have suspended swimming due to Portuguese man o' war.

Published 2j2 sourcesConfirmedNotableupdated 1j
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These stinging marine organisms cause painful stings, sometimes severe reactions.

A 13-year-old boy died after a jellyfish sting in July in the department.

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Les autorités locales ferment temporairement les zones de baignade pour protéger les usagers, tandis que les secours rappellent les gestes de premiers secours en cas de piqûre.

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