Important information issued on whale that washed up in Waterford
Whale at Ballincalmper Dungarvan. Photo by John Foley
Waterford City and County Council are advising the public to stay away from a dead whale that has washed up in Ballincalmper, Dungarvan.
A spokesperson for the council told the Waterford News and Star that the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG) are on site to examine the carcass.
The IWDG is responsible for investigating the death of the animal.
“The Council’s role in situations such as this is the removal/burial of any dead marine life such as dolphins, whales and seals that wash up on our public beaches and to arrange for the safe disposal of carcasses," said the spokesperson, before adding: “Waterford City and County Council advises that the public report any incidents of large dead marine life to the Council and also advises members of the public, especially dog walkers, to keep away from the whale for health and safety reasons."
