Wind Driving Jelly Fish onto Beaches, Residents Advised to Take Extra Care

Shiny blue and gelatinous, the Portuguese man-of-war is once again washing up on South Florida beaches by the dozens. They look so pretty, they can be alluring to small children — like small blue balloons.
Strong easterly winds this week have driven the jellyfish onshore, with purple flags flying from Boca Raton to Juno Beach.