Beachgoers warned of jellyfish on Myrtle Beach shores

Wednesday, April 24, 2019
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WTVD) -- On your next trip to the beach in the Grand Strand, you may want to keep an eye out for jellyfish.

The creatures have been spotted along the beaches.
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Cannonball jellyfish are the most common species popping up on the shores of Myrtle Beach.

They are typically not harmful to humans.
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Beachgoers are still being warned not to touch them.

Other jellyfish that have been spotted are Portuguese man o' war and Atlantic sea nettles which pack a powerful sting.
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