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Island Tiwi Beaches, Australia

From series “Dangerous and Treacherous Beaches That Can Be Lethal”
The Australian beaches have been the most dangerous in the world for many years. And among them one must mention the coast of the island of Tiwi. The main danger on the picturesque and quiet beaches are the dice jellyfish, which lead to burns of which often lead to a deadly exit. The cube jellyfish have a very specific and rare, paralyzing poison. When you hit the tiny jellyfish at the great depth, the survival chances are as good as minimal.

Island Tiwi Beaches, Australia The cube jellyfish are relatively small, sometimes not more than 2 - 3 cm. With care, it is difficult to notice the dangerous jellyfish in the water. During the last two decades, 32 incinerations of Medusae have been registered on the Australian coast. 14 of them were fatal. The most dangerous are the burns for the children, which often can not be saved. Most jellyfish accumulate near the coast of Tiwi Island in the period from the beginning of October to the end of April. At this time, it is forbidden to bathe on the local beaches. The experts note that the poisonous jellyfish are most active in the afternoon.

Each year, a series of measures are taken to clean the coasts of Tiwi Island. The aim is to make the beaches safer, but it fails to completely release the coast of dice. A means of first aid in touch with the poisonous jellyfish is vinegar, with which one is to moisten the burns abundantly. When walking on the coast you can see the huge warning cards with vinegar bottles placed next door. Next - Cable Beach


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Best hotels near Island Tiwi Beaches

Club Tropical Resort Darwin

Located in 88 km from Island Tiwi Beaches
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The modern suites and villas come with a balcony or patio, garden views and air conditioning. They feature a flat-screen TV, a seating area, fridge, … More: photo, rates and booking
Darwins Barra Base

Located in 93 km from Island Tiwi Beaches
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Darwins Barra Base B&B is 7 minutes' drive from Darwin International Airport. It is 20 minutes' drive from Darwin Convention Centre. Free on-site … More: photo, rates and booking
Best Western Darwin Airport Gateway Motel

Located in 94 km from Island Tiwi Beaches
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Rooms: 63
Rooms at Best Western Darwin Airport have air conditioning, a balcony and a work desk. Darwin Airport Gateway Motel has an outdoor pool. The front … More: photo, rates and booking
Rydges Darwin Airport Resort

Located in 95 km from Island Tiwi Beaches
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Each of the air-conditioned rooms and suites at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort features cable TV, ironing facilities and a refrigerator. All rooms have … More: photo, rates and booking

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