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| More than 20 whales are believed to have died after becoming stranded |
Animal
rescue experts have been called to a mass stranding of whales on the coast of
Fife.
More than
20 whales are thought to have died out of an estimated 30 that were stranded.
The
coastguard said nine whales were being kept alive by vets from British Divers
and Marine Life Rescue, with help from the emergency services.
The
incident between Anstruther and Pittenweem involves pilot whales, each of them
approximately 20ft (6m) long.
Forth
coastguard were alerted to the incident at about 07:00 BST on Sunday.
Three of
the stranded whales are believed to be young pups.
It is hoped
four of the surviving mammals will be refloated at high tide on Sunday.
A large
number of bystanders gathered at the scene, and the coastguard urged the public
to stay away to allow rescue teams to carry out their duties.
Coastguard
teams from St Andrews and Leven, Anstruther lifeboat, and Fife Police are
assisting with the incident.
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