Humpback whale stranded on northern NSW beach
A rescue operation is currently underway to save a humpback whale stranded on a beach on the NSW mid-north coast.
The nine-metre humpback washed up at Sawtell around 7.00am.
It was spotted by beachgoers who raised the alarm.
Rescue crews are on scene attempting to assist the animal back to sea.
Animal rescuers are doing what they can to keep the mammal alive. @nbnnews pic.twitter.com/NiGzw2KRsM
— Josh Cummings (@jrscummings) June 8, 2017
A #beachedwhale at #Sawtell could remain there for hours. Hopefully the rainbow is a good sign! pic.twitter.com/2oPladSx6p
— Josh Cummings (@jrscummings) June 9, 2017
