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# Portuguese Man-of-War

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This weekend, expect to see a lot more of these dangerous sea creatures along Irish coasts

“Surfers, kite surfers, swimmers, kayakers, divers and walkers need to keep a vigilant eye.”

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Oct 1st 2016, 6:10 AM

'One of the worst infestations of Portuguese Man-of-War in over 100 years'

More than 80 of the blue creatures have landed in just one bay in Co Cork.

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Sep 29th 2016, 5:41 PM