16 Whales Die After Mass Stranding

The video discusses a mass stranding of pilot whales, initially reported on a Sunday morning. Specialists from British divers and Marine Life Rescue discovered the problem was larger than expected. Adult male pilot whales can weigh over 2000 kilograms and measure over 6 meters in length. The Coast Guard joined the rescue efforts, successfully re-floating one whale. Pilot whales are social animals, and the pod supported the struggling whale. The surviving whales will be monitored for 24 hours to prevent re-beaching, with local people asked to help monitor the situation.

What was the initial report about the situation on Sunday morning?

Describe the role of the Coast Guard in the rescue efforts.

How do pilot whales typically respond when one of their group is in difficulty?

What measures are being taken to monitor the surviving whales?

What is the concern regarding the remaining whales after the rescue?