Malnourishment, possible ship strike led to death of gray whales in Ocean Shores Two gray whales found on Ocean Shores beach were malnourished, with one possibly struck by a ship, according to biologists.Share this: Gray Whale found dead near Ocean Shores brings Washington state’s total to 12 this yearDateApril 19, 2026In relation toKing 5 NewsSeven dead gray whales signal trouble in Washington watersDateApril 8, 2026In relation toKing 5 News22 gray whales found dead in Washington as researchers warn of rising strandingsDateMay 25, 2026In relation toKing 5 News