OLYMPIA — Whale experts are warning boaters to keep their distance from five transient killer whales that are visiting south Puget Sound.
The whales — two mothers and three offspring — have spent the past four weeks in Eld Inlet, near Olympia. Some residents tell The Olympian newspaper that they have seen boaters close to the group.
The National Marine Fisheries Service says people should stay at least 100 yards away from orcas. Harassing or harming marine mammals is against federal law.
Information from: The Olympian, www.theolympian.com
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