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Video: Pee On It?

When a stingray attacks, what should you do?

Lifeguards in the region offer tips and tidbits on dealing with stingray stings in this YouTube Clip of the Week (Thanks La Jolla Patch!).

While the intro music of the Baywatch theme is quite silly, the suggestions on how to treat a stingray sting are quite ... interesting.

We get a demonstration of the stingray shuffle from San Diego Lifeguard Sgt. Ben Lewis, for preventing stings.

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And we see plenty of "victims" taking advantage of hot water soaks. But, what really stands out is the mention of urinating on the sting for pain relief (yes, you've seen the same thing with a jellyfish on Friends).

The lifeguard video has just 179 views since it was uploaded in August 2011.

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And Coronado lifeguards, how about some tips from you guys?


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