Sharks circle as whale carcass washes up on City Beach
The carcass was reported by Surf Life Saving WA about 7.30am and authorities have received reports of white pointers swimming off the coast.
A whale carcass washed up on City Beach in Perth, prompting authorities to issue multiple shark warnings for the area. The carcass was reported by Surf Life Saving WA at around 7:30am.
According to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), several sharks have been spotted circling in the area, including two white sharks measuring 5 metres and 4 metres, and two other sharks of unknown species measuring 3.5 metres and 2.5 metres.
The SharkSmart website has issued alerts for the area, warning people to exercise additional caution and follow any beach closures. The Town of Cambridge is managing the carcass, but its size and species are not known.
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