The Florida Department of Health say that sea lice, sometimes known as seabathers, are a microscopic form of jellyfish called thimble jellyfish.
It’s said they can be prevalent between March and August at 250 miles of Florida beaches, ranging from the southern Atlantic all the way up to the Panhandle.
Stings from sea lice result in an itchy, sometimes painful, red rash, known as dermatitis. The rash consists of red, itchy or painful lumps that can appear within four to 24 hours after contact in the water. People who are stung should apparently feel a “prickling” sensation whilst in the ocean.
It’s advised that anyone who feels they’ve been exposed to sea lice should seek medical professionals, whilst over-the-counter remedies are available.
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