"Fatal Mountain Lion Attack in Northern California Leaves One Dead, One Injured"

A man was killed and his brother injured in a mountain lion attack while they were searching for deer antlers in a forested area of El Dorado County, California. This is believed to be the first fatal incident involving a mountain lion in the state in 20 years. The younger brother suffered traumatic injuries but is expected to survive. Authorities shot and killed the mountain lion, and are examining its body to determine the cause of the attack. Encounters between humans and mountain lions are expected to increase due to shared terrain, and wildlife authorities advise caution and provide guidance on how to react if encountering a mountain lion.