Islanders are being asked to "keep a respectful distance" while work is underway to clear Chouet Beach after a dead whale washed ashore.
Guernsey's animal welfare charity, the GSPCA, confirmed the situation is being dealt with by the States' Environment Department.
The charity said while the distressing scene "may draw public interest", we're being asked to keep away while authorities respond to the situation:
Guernsey Firefighters to collect Christmas trees for charity
Guernsey Fire Service are doing their Christmas tree collection again this year to raise money for the Fire Fighters Charity.
Four Guernsey residents on the New Year Honours List
Four islanders have been named in the New Year Honours List.
Patrols at La Valette bathing pools after recurring antisocial behavior
Police have been made aware of recurring antisocial behaviour at La Valette Bathing Pools.
Enhanced protection for Sark's sea life
Sark's government wants enhanced Marine Protected Area status for its territorial waters.
Skeleton of new Guernsey golf resort built
The transformation of La Grande Mare is 'progressing well'.
Prominent Guernsey man appointed Commissioner for Standards
Architect and long-time community stalwart Andrew Ozanne will oversee any interim complaints about politicians.
Record festive parcel delivery for Guernsey Post
Christmas parcel volumes are up 2% on last year at more than 700,000 individual items.
Channel Islands Ferry Operators Working Group expands
DFDS and the States of Jersey have confirmed their interest in joining the Ferry Operators Working Group to improve sea travel between Guernsey and Jersey.
