Man-of-war wash up on Brevard beaches

Lifeguards warn swimmers about potential stings

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Numerous man-of-war, a jelly-like marine invertebrate, have washed ashore Friday in Brevard County.

Lifeguards said the man-of-war will sting upon contact, but swimmers on the beach said they were not concerned.

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Lifeguards said the marinelife is being blown into the surf and onto the beaches by strong winds from the east.

Officials advise beachgoers to avoid contact with the jellyfish-like creatures.


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