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Whale washes ashore near Port Edward [Warning graphic images]
Locals and visitors flocked to the beach.
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A whale washed up south of Port Edward yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon.
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It appears the young humpback whale may have been hit by a boat, or attacked by a shark.
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All the relevant authorities, including the municipality and KZN Sharks Board were notified.
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