Bear Attacks and Heroic Rescues: Stories of Survival in New England

A 65-year-old man in Litchfield, Connecticut, was bitten by a bear after it was chased by a dog while inspecting birdfeeders on a person's porch. The homeowner intervened and was attacked by the bear, suffering non-life threatening injuries. The man was taken to the hospital, and the dog was transported to a veterinary hospital. Authorities were unable to locate the bear, and residents are urged to be cautious during the holiday weekend, keeping grills clean and garbage inside. The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection advises against leaving birdfeeders up as they can attract bears and lead to dangerous behaviors.