Overview

• The whale carcass was first noticed near Charley Island before drifting to West Beach, drawing a crowd of onlookers.
• Local authorities, including the Shire of Esperance and DPIRD, closed nearby beaches to ensure public safety.
• Drone footage captured sharks circling and feeding on the carcass, prompting Shark Smart to issue a warning.
• Efforts to remove the carcass involved towing it back to sea to prevent further shark attraction to the area.
• Local groups are collaborating with state departments to develop procedures for future incidents.