12 killer whales trapped in drift ice off Hokkaido

12 killer whales trapped in drift ice off Hokkaido

KUSHIRO, Japan - Twelve killer whales were found trapped in drift ice in Nemuro Strait, off Hokkaido, on Feb. 7. Local people tried in vain to rescue them. Photo was provided by Japan Coast Guard in Rausu. (Kyodo)

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