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Dead Whale Found in Tacoma Port | Seattle News
A massive, decaying whale has washed up in Commencement Bay’s Port of Tacoma, sparking a grim investigation and raising alarms about marine health. Officials from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, NOAA, and the port are racing to determine if the whale was struck by a vessel or already dead when found — with signs of decomposition turning its body pink and white. This rare event, unseen in nearly a decade, raises concerns over nutrient runoff and maritime safety. Experts plan to examine for internal injuries and figure out how to safely remove the carcass — a logistical…
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