Rescuers Race to Save Stranded Humpback Whale

0:00On March 24, rescue teams in northern Germany are racing to save a 30-foot long humpback whale, stranded in shallow waters of the Baltic Sea near, Tim and Dorfer strand beach. The massive animal got stuck and couldn't swim free, so experts gathered Tuesday morning to figure out a plan. Earlier this week, Monday afternoon attempts using police boats, inflatable crafts, and even firefighter drones fell short. High tide around midnight also wasn't enough to lift the whale back into deeper water. The whale is still alive, breathing steadily, making sounds, and sometimes lifting its head, but its condition is worsening by the hour. Police have cordoned off the beach with fences to keep crowds away and avoid stressing the animal further. Rescuers turned the whale toward open sea at first, hoping it would head out on its own, but it swung back. Coast guard and fireboats tried creating big waves to nudge it free, with no success. They also cut away a fishing net, tangled around its body, and experts believe it's a young male.

1:00The same one spotted recently in Wismar Harbor. Without quick action, experts warned it's a depth sentence for the several-toned creature since pulling immanually risks severe injury. Teams remain on sight, determined to reflote it before time runs out. Global News Today, powered by AI Bringing You What Matters Worldwide, I'm Cory with the Story.