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Stung by a jellyfish at a Korean beach? Seawater, no vinegar, then heat

How to spot a bluebottle, which symptoms mean calling 119, how to get help in English, and how to check Korea's jellyfish alerts before you swim

For any jellyfish sting in Korea, leave the water, rinse with seawater (never fresh water, alcohol or vinegar), lift off tentacles without bare hands, then use hot water or a cold pack. Call 119 for whole-body symptoms.