This week two Portuguese man of war washed up in Surf City on Long Beach Island. A woman out for a walk on the beach posted photos on Wednesday. These jelly fish like creatures are usually found in tropical waters. Their sting can be fatal if a swimmer gets attacked in open waters. Portuguese Man of War have long tentacles which they can wrap around victims while stinging them. Usually, their sting is extremely painful but not fatal. Over the past 25 years Portuguese Man of War have washed up in New Jersey three other times. The state Department of Environmental Protection says anyone who sees one on the beach or in the water should contact their local beach patrol right way.
Source: NJ.COM
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