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On Monday, the Cape Lookout National Seashore posted about the first Portuguese Man-o-War sighting of the season.
The jellyfish was spotted on the North Core Banks.
Officials said recent south and east winds blew the creature to shore
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Beachgoers should use caution if they're near the animal.
Experts said even if the creature looks dead, stinging cells in the tentacle can still "pack a punch."