Watch the water: Jellyfish stings on rise in Volusia County

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — People are still heading to the beach to cool off, but they are having to dodge the jellyfish.

There have been 3,000 stings in the last 11 days, officials said.

Lifeguards are also watching the ocean because there have been several water rescues; 11 people were rescued Monday, officials said.

“We’re in the ocean’s world when we are at the beach. It’s not our world, it’s theirs. So Just pay attention and be cautious,” said beachgoer Amanda Belich.

Beach safety officials said they believe there's a surge of jellyfish because of the wind direction and the tide is bringing the jellyfish closer to shore.

If you are stung by a jellyfish, leave the water and flag down a lifeguard. Click here to read how to treat a jellyfish sting.

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