Over 160 whales have become trapped on the shores of Western Australia, prompting an immediate response from local authorities. The Western Australia Parks and Wildlife Authority DBCA reported that the whales are located approximately 250 km south of Perth near Dunsborough, ensnared by shallow waters.
An ABC Australian TV channel spokesperson relayed that by noon, 26 of these majestic creatures had perished. Reports indicate that volunteers are diligently working to sustain the lives of more than 140 whales.
Guidance from Experts Imperative for Whale Proximity
In the midst of the crisis, emergency services have initiated the use of boats to prevent approximately 20 more whales from beaching. Further from the coast, in deeper waters, about 110 whales were discovered in another pod, thankfully still at sea.
Animal rights activists and community members are rushing to the beach, dousing the stranded whales with water in an effort to keep them alive. However, local authorities have made an urgent appeal to the public to approach the whales only under the supervision of experts.
The Death of the Whales is a Harrowing Reality
The Authority has expressed their understanding of the public's eagerness to help but has requested that any rescue attempts be made solely under the direction of DBCA staff to prevent further harm to the animals and avoid impeding the rescue operations.
Ian Wise, a marine expert present at the scene, divulged to ABC Perth radio that numerous whales have already died. The remaining whales are in distress, and it's feared they may not survive the coming hours. This situation is truly heartbreaking.
