A mass stranding of over 150 false killer whales occurred on a remote beach in Tasmania, sparking urgent rescue efforts. As of now, only 90 of the stranded animals appear to be alive, with experts working to assess the situation and determine a humane course of action. The challenges of accessing the remote site and the current ocean conditions complicate the rescue efforts, as authorities consider the safety of personnel involved in potentially re-floating the whales. Local residents were shocked to discover the situation as the animals struggle for survival.
"Of the 157 beached false killer whales, only 90 appeared to still be alive. Authorities have yet to determine if any of the whales can be re-floated."
"To try to re-float the animals directly back into that surf would be challenging, and then, of course, that would also present some enormous safety risks for our staff and personnel."
"We've got our experts on site now that are doing all that they can to determine what methodology will be implemented to find a suitable and humane response."
"Local resident Jocelyn Flint said her son had discovered the stranded whales...they're just dying, they've sunk down in the sand."
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