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13-year-old boy dies of box jellyfish sting in Nakhon Si Thammarat

10 Sept 09:35Key points summarised by AI

A 13-year-old boy tragically died from a box jellyfish sting while swimming off Ban Fai Tha Beach in Nakhon Si Thammarat, prompting urgent action from Thai authorities.
The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) is intensifying monitoring for lethal box jellyfish, coordinating with various agencies to enhance safety protocols, and issuing public warnings along high-risk coasts.
Authorities have issued critical first-aid guidance for stings: immediately remove the victim from water, contact emergency services (1669), and continuously pour household vinegar over the affected area for at least 30 seconds, strictly avoiding fresh water or rubbing.
To ensure rapid response and public awareness, DMCR has installed vinegar rescue stations on high-risk beaches and provides updates through its Marine alert website and mobile application.