Stingrays Surfacing Near Shore | California News

Stingray season is officially in full swing along Southern California beaches, thanks to a lingering marine heat wave that’s drawn more of these spiky creatures closer to shore. With ocean temps hovering in the 60s, subtropical stingrays are thriving — especially females reproducing and males hunting near the coast — while fewer predators mean their numbers are surging. Combine that with record beach crowds since the pandemic, and you’ve got a recipe for painful encounters. Lifeguards are reporting double the usual stings, from Huntington Beach to San Diego, with victims often needing hot water soaks to ease venom pain. While special booties and app alerts are being tested, the best defense? Shuffle your feet in shallow water. Most stings are painful but not life-threatening — unless infection sets in — so stay alert, stay safe, and keep those toes moving. 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/7780fbfd871ec93f