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Warning: Venomous Jellyfish Threatens East Coast Beaches

2/19/2026

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Dr. Roswati Md Amin of Universiti Malaysia Terengganu warns venomous jellyfish, "ubur-ubur api," are at Pantai Pandak and Pantai Paka.
They retain active stinging cells even after washing ashore.
Stings can cause severe pain, dizziness, and allergic reactions requiring medical attention, and vinegar's effectiveness is debated.
The east coast jellyfish prevalence follows currents from the northeast monsoon.
Dr. Roswati Md Amin notes wearing shoes on the beach may reduce contact.

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Dr. Roswati Md Amin of Universiti Malaysia Terengganu warns venomous jellyfish, "ubur-ubur api," are at Pantai Pandak and Pantai Paka.
They retain active stinging cells even after washing ashore.
Stings can cause severe pain, dizziness, and allergic reactions requiring medical attention, and vinegar's effectiveness is debated.
The east coast jellyfish prevalence follows currents from the northeast monsoon.
Dr. Roswati Md Amin notes wearing shoes on the beach may reduce contact.