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A large Humpback Whale beached at Main Beach, Oyster Bay. Photo: Supplied<\/div>\n
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The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) and Kouga
\nMunicipality are appealing to bathers, paddlers and fishermen to be cautious
\nalong the coastline between St Francis Bay and Plettenberg Bay after a whale
\nthat washed ashore at Oyster Bay Main Beach had to be euthanised on Sunday
\nafternoon by police.\u00a0<\/p>\n

With the animal appearing to be in poor health and hard
\naground in shallow surf, the decision was made by the veterinarian on the scene
\nto euthanise the animal.<\/p>\n

The South African Police Service, under guidance from
\nthe veterinarian, humanely euthanised the whale. Since the whale carcass
\ncurrently remains on the beach, there is a strong likelihood of increased shark
\nactivity along this stretch of the coast so caution is advised. <\/p>\n

The NSRI said
\nplans to remove the carcass are being investigated.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Oyster Bay Beach has since been closed to bathers by Kouga
\nMunicipal Authorities.<\/p>\n

Source: NSRI media statement<\/h6>\n
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