# Whale Dies at Cowell Beach

> A stranded whale dies near Santa Cruz after being found in poor condition.
- Title: Whale Dies at Cowell Beach · Sfgate | Shortify
- Summary: A stranded whale dies near Santa Cruz after being found in poor condition. A fin whale found alive at Cowell Beach in Santa Cruz died after being reported in…
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- Source: Sfgate — https://sfgate.com/bayarea/article/stranded-whale-dies-cowell-beach-santa-cruz-22527900.php
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## Whale reported alive
A fin whale was found in poor body condition at Cowell Beach in Santa Cruz around 9:30 a.m.
## Whale dies
The whale died after being reported in poor condition and was not stranded on the beach.
## City takes charge
Officials discussed which agency would take jurisdiction after the whale died, with the city handling next steps.
## Key takeaway

A fin whale found alive at Cowell Beach in Santa Cruz died after being reported in poor condition.