Increase in reports of jellyfish at Sligo beaches; what to do if stung
People are advised to be wary of jellyfish if heading to beaches around the region. Water Safety Development Officer with Sligo County Council, Pete Murtagh, says they have received increased reports recently of the marine animal being spotted at all beaches in Sligo and along the west coast. The recent…
Senior ecologist at IT Sligo says ‘Lions Mane’ jellyfish quite common but to be avoided
A senior ecologist at IT Sligo says the presence of ‘Lion’s Mane’ Jelly Fish on beaches in the region is nothing unusual but people should avoid them if possible. Dr. Francis Lucey is the head of the Department of Environmental Science at the Institute. She has been commenting on reports…