Germany Halts Rescue Efforts for Stranded Whale

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In connection with the humpback whale stranded off the Baltic Sea coast near Wismar, helpers are exposed to verbal attacks.

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Humpback whale "Timmy" is still alive, but its sad fate seems already sealed. The preparations for a possible recovery of the carcass, if the whale should die, are already running. A specialized disposal company is also supposed to help. The condition of the whale stranded in front of Wismar has not changed last night, it was said on Friday by the water protection police and Greenpeace. For several days "Timmy" is now practically motionless in t…

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200 years ago the whale stranding would have expired differently

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The weakened humpback whale in the bay off Wismar is to be kept moist. However, according to experts, it is unclear how long the marine mammals will survive. Firefighters have begun to wet the humpback whale stranded on the Baltic Sea coast off Wismar with water. This was confirmed by a spokesman of the Ministry of the Interior.The experts would have recommended the aid action in order to create relaxing conditions for the whale.Event should be …

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The humpback whale stranded in front of Wismar is still dying. After the rescue attempts have been stopped, the animal breathes regularly, but its condition is extremely bad. The fire department is now trying to give him at least some relief.

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In Germany, a discussion is underway regarding the stranded humpback whale 'Timmy'. Two days ago, it was decided not to try to save the animal again, and now it is slowly dying. Should we have done more, or is it right to let the animal go? "Simple measures are possible, but it must not become too extreme."