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Surfer Stung by Deadly Jellyfish in Fiji Paradise
22 Apr
Summary
- An Australian surfer was stung by a venomous jellyfish in Fiji.
- The surfer experienced intense burning pain and light-headedness.
- Doctors treated the sting with vinegar, but antivenom was too late.
An Australian surfer experienced a harrowing close call with a venomous jellyfish while enjoying waves in Fiji. The incident occurred on Thursday, April 16, when Guy Rowles, 30, felt an immediate, intense burning sensation on his arm while paddling at Cloudbreak.
Suspecting a sting from a box or Irukandji jellyfish, Rowles described the pain as 'like someone poured like hot oil on my arm.' He also reported feeling chest tightness and light-headedness. Doctors treated the sting with vinegar but determined it was too late for antivenom.
After a 40-minute boat ride to the mainland and subsequent hospital monitoring, Rowles was discharged. He has since made a complete recovery and has returned to surfing, expressing gratitude for the swift assistance he received.
