(Seremban, 18th) Although a teenage girl was stung by a jellyfish in the waters off Port Dickson three days ago, the Negeri Sembilan Fisheries Department has stated that the beach remains safe and tourists can engage in water activities.
Negeri Sembilan Fisheries Department director, Kahin, said that this was an isolated incident, and the victim's condition is stable and gradually improving after receiving treatment at Port Dickson Hospital.
In response to questions from Bernama, he said that based on checks conducted by the authorities and local fishermen, so far no large numbers of jellyfish have been found in the waters of Port Dickson.
"People need not worry, tourists have not been prohibited from engaging in water activities or swimming. The beach is safe and under control."
Kahin pointed out that according to Fisheries Department data, the last recorded jellyfish sting incident in Port Dickson waters occurred in 2013.
However, he emphasized that the Fisheries Department will continue to closely monitor the situation, and should similar incidents occur again, appropriate measures will be taken to ensure the safety of tourists.
He stated that tourists need not worry, but must still take preventive measures when participating in water activities in the beach area to ensure their safety.
Earlier media reports stated that a 13-year-old girl was lightly injured after being stung by a jellyfish while playing in the waters at Pantai Cahaya Negeri. She received preliminary treatment at Port Dickson Hospital and her condition is stable.