40-ton whale dies amid wave of strandings off coast of Washington state

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A 40-ton, 61-foot-long fin whale died after becoming stranded on Samish Island, Washington.
Rescuers found the whale in an emaciated condition.
This is the latest in a series of at least 16 whale deaths and 13 strandings in Washington over the past year.
Experts suggest climate change may be impacting whale food supplies, leading to starvation.
Authorities advise the public not to interact with stranded whales and to report sightings.

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