Gyeongsangbuk-do Province in South Korea is taking measures to protect the fishing industry and public from the Nomura-tailed jellyfish, following an advisory issued by the academy last month. This species, which originates from China, has been spreading from the East China Sea to the coastal waters of Gyeongbuk, causing harm to fishing gear and reducing catch quality. The province is implementing relief work including a project to purchase jellyfish, and monitoring their numbers to warn fishermen and other organizations. Cities and counties will be compensated 10,000 won for their efforts.