Edisto Beach Warnings Or Dangers Tips by WILDEFLOWER

Jellyfish

Animal contact & chemical reaction causes the trigger to automatically uncoil a striking needle of stinging nemotocyst cells, that explode with a painful toxin. The alkaloid poison paralyzes shrimps, fish, worms & other jellyfish. Which are hoisted into the mouth and eaten.
Note: When the tentacles brush human flesh, the toxin causes burning welts. Treatments; 1. Wash with soap & water. 2. Apply alchol or meat tenderizer & vaseline. 3. Apply ice. Contact a Doctor for serious allergic reactions.

Phone: 911