Sylt: Stranded sperm whale could burst "explosion-like"

A dead sperm whale causes trouble in front of the German island of Sylt: The carcass of the young animal lies in front of the harbour of Hörnum on the beach and could explode at any moment. Authorities warn against approaching the dead animal and of infection risks. It is said to be a male animal of about 16 meters in length, reports local media. Friday evening the carcass was first sighted, but due to the darkness an operation could only be car…

In front of Hörnum on Sylt, a dead sperm whale is floating in the sea. Environmentalists warn against approaching the whale: there is a danger of explosion – the carcass has already burst.

On the beach of Sylt there is a dead sperm whale, which could burst any moment due to its decomposition. It is to be transported on Monday.

Fishermen discover a dead sperm whale in front of Sylt and drag the carcass to the harbour of Hörnum. The shelter Wadden Sea warns against approaching the dead juvenile. Due to the decomposition gases, the whale could burst "explosion-like".

In front of the North Sea island of Sylt a dead sperm whale drives. Experts warn against approaching: The animal could burst due to emerging gases. Now the transport is being prepared.

In front of Hörnum on Sylt, a dead sperm whale is floating in the sea. Environmentalists warn against approaching the carcass – there is an explosion risk.