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A young, possibly male, humpback whale approximately 10 meters long has become stranded on a sandbank near Niendorf, which is part of the municipality of Timmendorfer Strand in Lübeck Bay, northern Germany. The whale was first spotted by hotel guests on Monday after they heard its moans. Rescue efforts are currently underway, involving experts, firefighters, and other helpers using methods such as inflatable boats and drones to assess the situation and attempt to move the whale into deeper waters. High tide has not been sufficient to free the whale. Experts believe the whale is in danger of dying if it is not moved soon. The area has been cordoned off by police to minimize disturbance to the animal. The whale's condition suggests it may be ill. The event has drawn considerable attention, with numerous onlookers observing the rescue attempts.