LGU Donsol warns against box jellyfish
DONSOL, Sorsogon (Bicol Standard)— The local government unit of Donsol has
warned tourists and residents about the box jellyfish, whose venom is said to be among the deadliest in the world.
Said marine invertebrates have been sighted in the waters of this town lately.
In an advisory, Municipal Mayor Josephine Alcantara Cruz
said because of the danger, whaleshark interaction will not be allowed for
those who are 18 years old and below, and those with compromised health
condition.
Other tourists who still wish to do snorkeling are advised
to take precaution.
“We are working on constructive measures to address this
condition,” Alcantara-Cruz said in the same advisory.
“We humbly ask for your understanding and cooperation on
said matter,” she continued.
