Arising out recent reports of jellyfish stings, the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs (DEMA) would like to caution swimmers to the possible presence of jelly fish in the Grace Bay Area and urges visitors in particular to be on the look out.
On Sunday June 2 and Monday June 3 three individuals swimming in the Grace Bay, near Club Med were reportedly stung by jellyfish. The victims were treated at the Myrtle Rigby clinic and released.
DEMA Officers swam the area where the incidents took place on Tuesday June 4, but were unable to locate any jellyfish. Nevertheless, the Department is urging swimmers in the Grace Bay area to swim with caution until further notice.
Jellyfish vary in size from approximately one inch in diameter to up to 12 inches. The stings come from tentacles that can drag as much as 36 inches from their bodies. Swimmers are therefore advised to avoid jellyfish whenever they see them and report any sightings to DEMA at 941-5122.
Jellyfish problems in near shore areas, usually resolve themselves in a few days, as tides take the animals back out to sea. DEMA appreciates the cooperation of visitors and the public in this matter.
