Auckland beachgoers cautioned after reports of sea lice rashes

Thursday 9 January 2025 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated Thu 9 Jan 2025, 4:21pm

In this story Auckland Council, NIWA

Swimmers at various Auckland beaches have reported developing itchy red rashes and spots after entering the water. The Auckland Council has urged caution, noting the symptoms may be seabather's eruption caused by stinging cells from sea anemones or thimble jellyfish.

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1. NZ HeraldThu 9 Jan 2025, 12:45pm

   Beachgoers cautioned following sea lice outbreak at popular Auckland beaches (opens in new tab)

2. RNZThu 9 Jan 2025, 2:55pm

   Seabather's eruption: Rash plaguing Auckland beachgoers (opens in new tab)

3. StuffThu 9 Jan 2025, 3:20pm

   Auckland beachgoers report being attacked by sea lice (opens in new tab)

4. 1News via RNZThu 9 Jan 2025, 4:21pm

   Seaborne eruption: Rashes plaguing Auckland beachgoers (opens in new tab)