- Weever fish, one of the UK's few venomous fish, bury themselves in the sand and inject venom via their dorsal fin when disturbed, posing a risk to UK beachgoers.
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council is installing warning signs to advise against walking barefoot on beaches during weever season, which begins in June.
- The Wildlife Trust recommends wearing beach shoes while paddling in sandy waters to avoid stings.
- The British Marine Life Study Society describes the pain from a weever fish sting as excruciating, with intense pain, redness, and swelling occurring in the first two hours.
- The Wildlife Trust and NHS advise treating stings by immersing the affected area in hot water and removing any visible spines or tentacles, with painkillers and antihistamines also recommended; ensuring tetanus vaccination is up to date is also advised.
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Warning issued over return of venomous weever fish lurking under sand on British beaches
