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Whale stranded on Thames lock rollers in southwest London

A Minke whale, approximately 3-4m long, became stranded on boat rollers at Richmond Lock on the River Thames in southwest London. Rescue operations were initiated after the animal was first sighted near Barnes Bridge.

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NewsWhale stranded on Thames lock rollers in southwest London

A Minke whale, approximately 3-4m long, became stranded on boat rollers at Richmond Lock on the River Thames in southwest London. Rescue operations were initiated after the animal was first sighted near Barnes Bridge.

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