DFO searching for injured whale struck by B.C. Ferries vessel in Howe Sound

Marine conservation officers are on the hunt for a humpback whale injured after passengers on a B.C. Ferries boat reported feeling a collision on Sunday in Howe Sound. The incident highlights the risks marine life faces from vessel traffic, raising concerns among conservationists about the potential impact on whale populations. This event underscores the need for better measures to protect these endangered species and ensure the safety of both marine wildlife and maritime traffic in busy coastal areas.