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Dead juvenile whale washed up on SA beach to be tested for bird flu

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A juvenile whale carcass has washed ashore on a beach near Victor Harbor, South Australia, prompting local authorities to secure the site. Officials have cordoned off the immediate area to manage the situation and ensure public safety.

Authorities have announced plans to conduct testing on the whale to determine if it was carrying bird flu. The investigation is part of broader efforts to monitor the potential presence and impact of the virus in the region.

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