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Jellies drift—they are not chasing swimmers. Teach kids to shuffle feet, call an adult if they see blobs in the wash, and never touch stranded jellies on sand (tentacles may still sting). A single sting is painful but usually not an ER event unless breathing changes.
Sources: Ocean City Beach Patrol · Visit Ocean City · Town of Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
