Crime & Safety
Whale Carcass Found Floating Off Hermosa Beach Coast
A gray whale carcass is floating about 500 yards off shore near the southern end of Hermosa Beach, officials said.
HERMOSA BEACH, CA – Lifeguards are advising the public of a 20 ft. gray whale carcass floating about 500 yards off shore near the southern end of Hermosa Beach.
The National Marine Fishery Service was contacted to determine next steps and Los Angeles County Lifeguards will continue to monitor the position of the whale and provide updates as additional information is available, the City of Hermosa Beach said.
Residents may call the Marine Animal Rescue at (800) 39-WHALE with any questions.
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