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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Mingson Lau and Patrick Whittle

Many Delaware beachgoers feel the sting of a blooming jellyfish population

Jellyfish Beach Invasion - (ASSOCIATED PRESS)

More beachgoers have been getting an unexpected shock this summer as jellyfish numbers bloom along the Delaware coast, interrupting — but not stopping — the summer fun.

Beach patrol captains reported a dramatic increase in jellyfish activity and stings in July, the most they’ve seen in recent memory. Lewes Beach reported a fourfold increase in stings compared to 2024.

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