Perth landfill receives 13-metre whale after $100,000 removal
A 13-metre humpback whale was lifted by crane and taken to Red Hill landfill.
A dead humpback whale is finally on its way to Red Hill after spending more than three days on Perth's City Beach. The 13-metre carcass was lifted by a 72-tonne crane in a $100,000 operation on Thursday morning, as dozens of onlookers watched from a distance.
The whale had dropped to about 18 tonnes as it decomposed, making it easier to move. Residents near the Red Hill landfill have been warned they may notice temporary odours as the burial takes place.
Officials said the smell should fade once the work is complete. Perth city beaches will reopen once authorities are confident sharks have left the area, which could take several days.
- 13 metres
- Whale length
- 100,000 dollars
- Removal cost
- 72 tonnes
- Crane capacity
- 1.5 kilometres
- Distance dragged along shore
Why it mattersThe removal ends a three-day beach closure and prevents the carcass from lingering as a public hazard.
AustraliaPerth's main beaches reopen for swimmers and surfers, though Red Hill residents will briefly experience odour from burial.
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