Humpback Whale Struggles Stranded in Baltic

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A humpback whale is now stuck in Germany's Baltic Sea. It looks weaker, and experts are very worried.

Officials made a safe area near the whale. They wanted it to rest and swim away by itself.

The environment minister said the whale is weakened. He added that the big whale is also sick.

Many people in Germany watched the whale rescue efforts. But now, hope is getting lower for its survival.

The whale cannot live long in the Baltic Sea. It needs to go back to the Atlantic Ocean.

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Where is the humpback whale stuck?

The humpback whale is stuck in Germany's Baltic Sea.

What did officials do to help the whale?

Officials made a safe area near the whale for it to rest and swim away by itself.

Why are people worried about the whale?

People are worried because the whale is weakened and sick.

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