Mediterranean on jellyfish alert

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Mediterranean on jellyfish alert
Tuesday, 8 August 2006

The chances of encountering a jellyfish are now much higher
Thousands of holidaymakers in the Mediterranean have been stung by jellyfish as huge swarms of the creatures invade coastal waters.

Some Spanish beaches have been closed, but Sicily and North Africa are also reported to be badly affected.

Researchers say at least 30,000 people have been stung since summer began.

Marine biologists blame hot dry weather for bringing jellyfish closer to the shore, and say overfishing may be increasing jellyfish numbers.
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http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/5256652.stm