Jellyfish Season in Chesapeake Bay | Virginia Beach News

Jellyfish season is here, and sea nettles are taking over the Chesapeake Bay—big ones with six-foot tentacles, peaking in July and August. Warmer winters and hotter summers fuel their boom, while last spring’s dry, warm weather kept salinity just right for them. The bay’s currently at 83°F and slightly above ideal salinity, but still perfect for jellyfish. Hotspots? North of the James River Bridge and near Naval Weapons Station Yorktown—wind and currents move them around. Avoid stings by covering up and using petroleum jelly; if stung, rinse with saltwater, remove stingers carefully, then apply heat and anti-itch cream. Stay alert, don’t swim into a “smack,” and stay safe out there. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/514499dc9ab14cf0