The Tourism Auxiliary Unit in Puerto Peñasco has reported an over 100% uptick in sting ray incidents as warmer weather has set in. Yes, it’s time for the sting-ray shuffle for beach goers.
There were 35 reports of people stung by sting-rays in Puerto Peñasco during just the last weekend of April, luckily none severe. Earlier this Spring, there had been 12-15 cases of stings reported each weekend.
Tourism Auxiliary Director Carlos Bravo Martinez detailed it’s common to see an increase in sting-rays along our shores from May through at least August. He reiterated beach goers should remain alert to the presence of sting-rays, noting one of the best tips is to shuffle one’s feet when heading into the water (rather than taking larger steps) as this will help startle the rays to move.
Emergency #s:
911
Tourism Auxiliary: 638 156 7354
Red Cross: 638 383 2266
Fire Department: 638 383 2828