Blue whale trapped beneath houses dies after being swept inland by tide in Indonesia
Published date: Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:54:21 +0700A stranded blue whale trapped beneath houses died after being swept inland by the tide in Indonesia.
The 40ft marine mammal reportedly drifted into a coastal village before becoming wedged between the wooden pillars supporting homes in Banyuasin Regency, South Sumatra.
Register media account or sign in to read more & download
Details
 |
Banyuasin Regency, South Sumatra, Indonesia |
 |
29/06/2026 |
 |
Partner Agency |
 |
VRP180736 |
 |
Duration: 03:03 |
 |
Rating: News safe |
 |
blue whale marine mammal indonesia banyuasin regency south sumatra whale stranding wildlife animal rescue coastal village high tide marine biology animal carcass wildlife conservation nature environmental news |
