Grizzly Attack Injures 11 on BC Trail; School Group Rescued
Grizzly Attack Injures 11 on BC Trail; School Group Rescued
A grizzly bear attacked a school group on a remote trail in British Columbia, injuring 11 people including children and teachers; authorities are tracking the bear.
On Thursday, a grizzly bear attacked a group of students and teachers on a walking trail in Bella Coola, British Columbia, injuring 11 people, with two in critical condition. The incident occurred in a remote area about 435 miles northwest of Vancouver, rattling the tight-knit community as officials launched a search for the animal.
After the attack, conservation officers moved quickly to contain the situation. The bear fled into the surrounding forest, and officers warned residents to stay indoors as they tracked the animal through the woods. Several injured were treated at local facilities; some remained hospitalized on Friday, with four listed as still in hospital.
The victims include children on a school trip and their teachers who intervened to protect the group. The community described the teachers' actions as brave, with officials noting the dangers faced by those who acted to shield the students.
The Nuxalk Nation said the aggressive bear remained at large as conservation officers continued to search through the night to locate and capture it. The incident underscores the risks of wildlife encounters on public trails and has prompted authorities to review safety measures in bear country.
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