August's warmer weather has seen more people flocking to the region's beaches, but they may be unaware of what could be lurking underneath the golden sands. 

Pakefield Coastwatch has shared advice on how to avoid the UK's most "poisonous" fish as the RNLI has seen an increase in visitors suffering weever fish stings while in the sea.

The small sand-coloured fish live along the region's coastline and have spines along their back that secrete a potent venom.

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According to the spokesman for Pakefield Coastwatch, people should invest in beach shoes and be careful when wading out into deeper waters. 

Despite their size, weever fish have the power to cause agony if stood on as the dorsal fin on their spine can embed itself in people's feet and release venom.

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Rob Spray, Norfolk's Marine Fish Recorder, said: "The fish won't hide in the sand that's dried out, so if you're trying to avoid them its best to stay above the low tide line.

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"You're more likely to encounter them if you're paddling further out in the deep water and make sure you wear shoes to protect against their spines."

Pain can be excruciating causing numbness or temporary localised paralysis, according to advice from the British Sea Fishing website.