Two hikers were attacked by a grizzly bear after coming across the mother and her two cubs on a trail in Canada, authorities said.
The incident occurred Sunday when the anonymous hikers encountered a grizzly sow with her two cubs on the Farm Cabin Trail near Pass Lake, British Columbia, Canada, according to a release from the BC Conservation Officer Service (COS).
“They were transported and treated at the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia,” officials said. “Both hikers are in stable condition and recovering in hospital.”
Following an investigation, the COS Predator Attack Team determined that the bear’s actions were defensive and that due to the location and nature of the incident, no action will be taken against the bears.
Two hikers were attacked by a grizzly bear after coming across the mother and her two cubs on a trail in Canada, authorities said.
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The trail has remained closed since the attack and signs have been posted warning of the potential presence of bears in the area, with authorities asking people to respect the closure and avoid the area.
COS officials also took the opportunity to remind people about bear safety while hiking in the wilderness and said that if you encounter a bear, you should remain vigilant and make noise by talking, singing or clapping regularly to avoid startling a bear, especially near streams, dense brush or when visibility is low.
Officials said people should always travel in groups because bears are less likely to approach and always carry bear spray. If you see a bear, stay calm and do not run, speak in a calm voice and back away slowly.
“We wish them a full and speedy recovery,” the COS said of the hikers who were recovering from the attack.
