Till Backhaus

Till Backhaus is the environment minister mentioned in connection with the recent stranding of a humpback whale in the Baltic Sea off the German coast. He is involved in the efforts to monitor and potentially rescue the whale, as indicated by the establishment of a restricted area around the animal to allow it to rest and hopefully find its way back to the Atlantic. The whale, approximately 10 meters long, has become newsworthy due to its repeated strandings in shallow bays, specifically near Timmendorfer Strand and in the Wismar Bay. Despite managing to free itself on at least one occasion, the whale's weakened and potentially sick condition raises concerns about its long-term survival. Backhaus' involvement highlights the government's role in responding to such environmental events and the challenges of aiding large marine mammals in distress.