Scientists warn of rising gray whale deaths in California

A new study says gray whale deaths in California's San Francisco Bay area have risen since 2018, with vessel strikes identified as a major cause. The report highlights a worsening wildlife and maritime safety issue, but it is primarily an environmental and regional transport concern rather than a direct market-moving event.

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A new study says gray whale deaths in California's San Francisco Bay area have risen since 2018, with vessel strikes identified as a major cause. The report highlights a worsening wildlife and maritime safety issue, but it is primarily an environmental and regional transport concern rather than a direct market-moving event.